Software Engineer Graduate (Global Architecture) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

3+ months ago• San Jose, CA

About Us

Tik Tok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video and our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy.
Size: 5001-10000 employees

Industry: Entertainment & Gaming, Social Media, Technology

Responsibilities:

As a grand direction that requires cross-team collaboration, Globalization Architecture currently needs to focus on exploring and resolving issues such as the rational layout of Tik Tok's global data centers, the online and offline architecture based on this layout and global traffic distribution, the top-level design of Globalization Architecture and its guiding principles for Infra components / Mid-Platform / business architecture, as well as what key technologies need to be output to promote architecture upgrades and build best practices for Tik Tok's global business. To achieve these goals more efficiently, we focus on the multi-data center architecture and some key technical areas in online architecture, and each team collaborates closely around Globalization Architecture.

The team is mainly responsible for the data storage system and is committed to providing better R&D processes, services, and scenario-based solutions in the data storage field for Globalization scenarios, such as building Tik Tok's global data synchronization hosting capabilities to ensure that the data synchronization architecture remains simple and stable against the backdrop of the increasing number of data center infrastructure.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at Tik Tok.

Want more jobs like this?

Get jobs in

San Jose, CA delivered to your inbox every week.

Email Address

Send me The Muse newsletters for the best in career advice and job search tips.

Get jobs!
By signing up, you agree to our & .

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by end of year 2026. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.

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 Tik Tok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in Tik Tok's technical online assessment.

Responsibilities:

• Work on the architecture design, core development, and operation and maintenance of Tik Tok's global database management platform, supporting the intelligent management of database resources across multiple Data center infrastructure.
• Responsible for coordinating with each database business team, defining control protocols and data interaction interfaces.
• Analyze and solve problems to meet the requirements of business in aspects such as multi-data center adjustment, availability, stability, compliance, and security.
• Deeply understand the requirements of business scenarios, provide the most suitable auxiliary tools for different business scenarios in a targeted manner, and improve the usability, stability, and operation and maintenance capabilities of the Tik Tok business database.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or above, majoring in computer science, software engineering, communication or related fields, familiar with common data structures and algorithms.
• Proficient in one or more programming languages (such as Java, Golang, Python, etc.), with good coding habits and code style.
• Proficiently master one or more databases and message middleware, and understand their basic implementation principles and application scenarios;
• Has good business understanding and abstraction abilities, and is good at analyzing and solving problems.
• Good teamwork and communication skills, positive and optimistic attitude, strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Has experience in developing database kernels (such as storage engines, query optimization) and distributed database platforms / Middleware, and is familiar with resource scheduling, data synchronization, and disaster recovery architecture design for multi-Data center infrastructure.
• Has extensive experience in Data center infrastructure architecture governance, has led capacity planning and cross-regional traffic management, and can produce technical specifications and Globalization Best demonstrated practices.

Job InformationFor Pay Transparency Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118657 - $187200 annually.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).

The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;

2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and

3. Exercising sound judgment.

Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CA

Job ID: Tik Tok-7551141192739195143

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-18T20:14:08
Search all jobs

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)

Company Videos

Hear directly from employees about what it is like to work at Tik Tok.

Search all jobs

Similar Jobs

Suggested Searches

mid jobsTikTok jobsAll jobs

Search Additional Jobs

Software Engineer Graduate Jobs in San Jose, CAJobs in San Jose, CA

of Use](https://www.themuse.com/user/Popular Jobs

• Salaries

Get Involved

• For Employers
• The Muse Book: The New Rules of Work
• For Career Coaches
• Tell A Friend

Join The Conversation:

• Facebook
  
• LinkedIn
  
• Twitter
  
• Pinterest
  
• Instagram