iOS Software Engineer, Monetization Client - Ads Core Technology, Demonstration

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

As an iOS Software Engineer at TikTok, you'll create innovative ads products, optimizing user experiences on the app. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work, ensuring app stability and performance. The role requires a BS/MS in Computer Science and experience in mobile app development, especially using Swift or Objective-C.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and sick days

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in native iOS development.
• Ability to understand and debug large and complex codebases.
• Passion for building ad products or consumer-facing products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and ship new ad features on TikTok App.
• Optimize mobile applications on iOS platforms.
• Collaborate with backend/frontend and product teams.

Skills

Swift

Objective-C

Team Communication

Education

BS/MS degree in Computer Science

Job description

iOS Software Engineer, Monetization Client - Ads Core Technology, Demonstration

iOS Software Engineer, Monetization Client - Ads Core Technology, Demonstration

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Responsibilities
The Monetization client team is responsible for delivering innovative ads products on TikTok, including content ads, new ads formats, vertical solutions, creator monetization business account, ads experiences etc.

Working closely with product team, our mission is to build the window letting advertisers promote their products on TikTok, and to build the bridge that can deeply connects advertisers and TikTok users. Therefore, besides supporting the innovative features on monetization, ensuring the user experience in TikTok is also our priority.


We are looking for passionate iOS software engineers to join us and to develop ad products on TikTok iOS App, including content ads, ads format, vertical solutions, etc. Ensure stability and optimize the performance of ad products. Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to deliver high quality work in rapid product development.

As part of our team, you will be responsible for:
- Work closely with our backend/frontend and product team to develop and ship new, innovative ad features on TikTok App.
- Collaborate with the design and product teams to create a world-class mobile experience.
- Optimize mobile applications on iOS platforms.
- Promote robust and maintainable code, clear documentation, and deliver high-quality work in a rapid environment.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent majors/experience
- 1+ years of experience in native iOS development
- Proficiency in Swift and/or Objective-C
- Ability to understand and debug large and complex codebases
- Good team communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:
- Passion and experience building ad products or consumer-facing products
- Demonstrated ability to optimize client-side performance and elevate user experience through technical innovation

About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.


Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.


TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request


Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $136800 - $205000 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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