Backend Engineer – Sydney

Backend Engineer – Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 118800 - 145200 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Build innovative revenue solutions for TikTok LIVE that impact millions of users.
  • Company: Join TikTok, the leading platform for short-form mobile video.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.
  • Other info: Embrace challenges and learn in a diverse, collaborative team.
  • Why this job: Be part of a mission to inspire creativity and bring joy to users worldwide.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience; proficiency in programming languages like Go or Python.

The predicted salary is between 118800 - 145200 $ per year.

Responsibilities

  • About Tik Tok Live
  • Revenue
  • Engineering

Team: Tik Tok Live revenue engineering team is responsible for building the cutting-edge revenue ecosystem which includes gifting and other revenue features that are innovative, secure and intuitive for our users.

As an important member of the engineering team, you will build solutions that affect millions of users and live streamers.

  • Plan and lead large-scale technical projects to establish a foundation for iterative development and scalability of early products.
  • Develop robust and efficient technology solutions designed to serve billion users.
  • Contribute to engineering strategy, tooling, processes, and organisational culture.
  • Research and integrate cutting-edge domain and technical knowledge into product development.
  • Minimum Qualification(s)
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
  • Extensive experience in designing and developing scalable, highly available, distributed, and mission-critical systems.
  • Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Go, Python, Java, C++.
  • Strong understanding of computer architecture, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Knowledge of common databases and messaging frameworks such as My SQL, Redis, and Kafka.
  • Preferred Qualification(s)
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work closely with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proven track record of contributing to engineering strategy and processes.
  • Demonstrated self-motivation, positivity, and a continuous learning mindset.
  • About Tik Tok

Tik Tok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video.

At Tik Tok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy.

Tik Tok'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 Tik Tok'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

Tik Tok 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 Tik Tok, 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.

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, Tik Tok 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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Backend Engineer – Sydney employer: TikTok

At TikTok, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, fostering a vibrant work culture that champions creativity and collaboration. Our global team thrives in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated, offering ample opportunities for professional growth and innovation. Located in dynamic hubs like Singapore, we empower our employees to tackle exciting challenges while making a meaningful impact in the tech industry.

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Contact Details:

TikTok Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Backend Engineer – Sydney

Scalable System Design
Distributed Systems
Programming in Go
Programming in Python
Programming in Java
Programming in C++
Computer Architecture