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Graduate Backend Software Engineer, TikTok LIVE Foundation (Sydney) - 2026 start

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Graduate Backend Software Engineer, TikTok LIVE Foundation (Sydney) - 2026 start

Sydney, Australia

Responsibilities

The TikTok LIVE Foundation team supports the TikTok LIVE SMB Service, which aims to help TikTok's small and medium-sized business (SMB) merchants and creators diversify their customer acquisition strategies and business operations through live streaming by enhancing product capabilities, providing creator services, and offering professional live streaming content for users.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us in 2026. As a graduate, you will get unparalleled opportunities for you to kickstart your career, pursue bold ideas and explore limitless growth opportunities. Co-create a future driven by your inspiration with TikTok.

Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

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Responsibilities:
- Develop large-scale software systems that drive the TikTok app;
- Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability, performance, and reliability of the product;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Final year or recent graduate with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Experience in building backend services for large-scale consumer-facing applications
- Proficient in at least one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, C++
- Deep understanding of computer architectures, data structures and algorithms

Preferred Qualifications
- Good communication and team collaboration skills
- Prior internship experience in building backend services for large-scale consumer-facing applications is a plus

By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at apac-earlycareers@tiktok.com.

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Client-provided location(s): Sydney NSW, Australia
Job ID: TikTok-7478910723632941330
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • HSA
    • Life Insurance
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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