Live Streaming Tech Intern — Multimedia & Video

TikTok Inc.

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 73,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

TikTok is offering a campus internship on its Live Arch team in San Jose to work on Live/RTC streaming features across iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux. You will participate in designing, implementing, and optimizing multimedia and network components that power our live streaming experience for creators and global users.

The internship emphasizes hands‑on experience, industry exposure, and collaboration with industry professionals.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
Strong foundation in computer science, networking, and operating systems.
Solid background in multimedia technologies, including image/signal processing, video codecs, or multimedia streaming.
Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: C/C++, Java/Kotlin, Objective‑C/Swift, Python, or Golang.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Research and develop new features on our Live/RTC streaming media platform for TikTok Live.
Design and implement multimedia and network programs in client SDK and media server.
Develop multimedia solutions across iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms.
Innovate in video algorithms and network transmission to enhance user experience.
Analyze data, fine‑tune parameters and optimize the Live/RTC services end to end.
Explore cutting‑edge technologies and contribute to innovation initiatives.