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Technical Operations Engineer, Video Arch

AT TikTok
TikTok

Technical Operations Engineer, Video Arch

Sydney, Australia

Responsibilities

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 its offices include New York, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us
Creation is the core of TikTok's purpose. Our platform is built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make TikTok possible.
Together, we inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we all believe in and aim towards achieving every day.
To us, every challenge, no matter how difficult, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always.

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About the Department
Video Arch is one of the world's leading video platforms that provides media storage, delivery, transcoding, and streaming services. We are building the next generation video processing platform and the largest live streaming network, which provides excellent experiences for billions of users around the world. Popular video products of TikTok and its affiliates are all empowered by our cutting-edge cloud technologies. Working in this team, you will have the opportunity to tackle challenges of large-scale networks all over the world, while leveraging your expertise in coding, algorithms, complexity analysis, and large-scale system design.

About the team
Our Technical Operations team within Video Arch plays a pivotal role in building and maintaining the next generation video processing platform and live streaming network that brings joy to billions of users globally.
We're seeking talented professionals who thrive on solving complex challenges in large-scale networks. As part of our team, you'll collaborate with developers to optimize video cloud solutions, manage supplier relationships, and enhance service quality across our platform. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies while contributing to the development of comprehensive quality service systems and knowledge bases.

Responsibilities
1. Design and implement scalable video cloud solutions while driving technical innovation and system optimization.
2. Support developers with cloud service integration, troubleshoot production issues, and maintain comprehensive integration documentation.
3. Manage vendor technical requirements, optimize specifications, and improve third-party integrations to reduce service-related issues.
4. Establish and maintain Quality Service (QS) evaluation frameworks while streamlining problem resolution and monitoring service quality.
5. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including developer guides and knowledge repositories, to ensure consistent team practices and solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a closely related technical field
- Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals and software design patterns
- Excellent data analysis skills and experience with data collation tools
- Comprehensive knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS)

Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Technical Operations Engineer in B2B cloud/networking services (strongly preferred)
- Proven track record of professional accomplishments
- Self-motivated and passionate about continuous learning in technical domains
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities, proficient in logical thinking and problem-solving

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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.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

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Client-provided location(s): Sydney NSW, Australia
Job ID: TikTok-7259689447779715385
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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