Backend Software Engineer (Wallet) - TikTok - Singapore
Summary
Build and optimize TikTok Wallet’s real-time, high-performance backend infrastructure to power in-app payments and live-streaming interactions.
Overview
With the enormous growth of live streaming in recent years, our mission is to inspire real‑time interactions and help live streamers connect to people from all corners of the globe. We are looking for passionate and talented engineers to join us to build and optimize a real‑time, high‑performance, large‑scale distributed infrastructure for live streaming in TikTok. You will be deeply involved in the developmental lifecycle of critical product features and collaborate closely with product managers to deliver the best live streaming experience for all live streamers and audience alike.
Responsibilities
- Build and optimize real‑time, high‑performance, large‑scale distributed infrastructure for live streaming.
- Collaborate with multiple cross‑functional teams to continuously improve TikTok Wallet and the payment system, creating a stable, agile, and robust in‑app wallet system.
- Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability, performance, and reliability of the product.
- Develop large‑scale software systems that power the TikTok app.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS/MS Degree in Computer Science or related major.
- Experience building backend services for large‑scale consumer‑facing applications.
- Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, C++.
- Deep understanding of computer architectures, data structures, and algorithms.
- Good team communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years relevant work experience from a large‑scale internet business.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to create an environment that reflects the many communities we reach.