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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

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Responsibilities

Data-E-commerce-Global Supply Chain and Logistics team:

Our team is dedicated to enhancing clients' shopping experience and reducing operational costs in the supply chain and logistics of Tik Tok E-commerce by developing end-to-end algorithm capabilities using machine learning, operations research, data mining, and causal inference methods.

At Tik Tok, we are building a global e-commerce platform that connects millions of users with their favorite brands and products. Our Supply Chain and Logistics team plays a critical role in ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. As a Machine Learning Engineer focused on demand forecasting, you will contribute to the development and implementation of cutting-edge machine learning models and algorithms to optimize inventory management, supply chain efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Machine Learning Engineer with expertise in demand forecasting to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that accurately forecast demand patterns and optimize inventory planning.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement end to end machine learning models and algorithms for demand forecasting in the context of Tik Tok's global e-commerce supply chain and logistics operations.
2. Collect, clean, and preprocess large-scale data sets to ensure data quality and suitability for forecasting purposes.
3. Collaborate with data scientists and domain experts to understand business requirements, identify key demand drivers, and incorporate relevant features into forecasting models.
4. Conduct exploratory data analysis to gain insights into demand patterns, trends, and seasonality factors that influence purchasing behavior.
5. Build scalable and efficient data pipelines to automate data preprocessing, model training, and prediction processes.
6. Evaluate and optimize the performance of existing time series forecasting models, and propose enhancements or alternative approaches to improve accuracy and robustness.
7. Collaborate with software engineers to integrate machine learning models into production systems and ensure reliable and timely delivery of forecasts.
8. Monitor model performance, identify anomalies, and develop proactive measures to address potential forecast errors or biases.

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1. Stay up to date with the latest advancements in machine learning, demand forecasting techniques, and related domains, and apply this knowledge to enhance the team's capabilities.10. Communicate findings, insights, and technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and data-driven decision-making culture.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
2. Proven experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Data Scientist, with a focus on demand forecasting and supply chain optimization.
3. Strong proficiency in machine learning techniques, including time series forecasting, regression, classification, and clustering.
4. Familiarity with processing big data on cloud platforms (e.g. pyspark) and deploying machine learning models at scale.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of delivering practical and impactful solutions in a fast-paced environment.
2. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
3. Experience in the e-commerce, logistics, or supply chain domain is a plus.
4. Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Job InformationFor Pay Transparency Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $136800 - $359720 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-7243859190131968315

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2024-12-06T16:21:39
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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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