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Software Engineer Intern (Experimentation & Evaluation, Data Platform) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

TikTok

Software Engineer Intern (Experimentation & Evaluation, Data Platform) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

TikTok

San Jose, CA

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401(k) matching

Competitive salary and equity package

Professional development budget

Parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

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Parental Leave

Flexible Hours

Healthcare

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Tik Tok

Software Engineer Intern (Experimentation & Evaluation, Data Platform) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

3+ months ago• San Jose, CA
Viewed on February 1, 2026
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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

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Responsibilities:

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at Tik Tok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Turn your ambitions into reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at Tik Tok.

Internships at Tik Tok aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. It runs for 12 weeks.

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. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).

Summer Start Dates:

  • May 11th, 2026
  • May 18th, 2026
  • May 26th, 2026
  • June 8th, 2026
  • June 22nd, 2026

Team Introduction:
Our mission in the experimentation and evaluation team is to build the next-gen A/B testing platform, that empowers the company to make data-driven decisions for the products. The supported scenarios include recommendations, push, ads, search, mobile app, UI interaction and service upgrades etc.
Our platform's capabilities cover the entire experiment life cycle, from experiment design, experiment creation, metrics calculation, and statistical analysis to final evaluation and launch. In the process of rapid iteration, we provide reliable services for businesses to make bold hypotheses and cautious verification.

Online Assessment
Candidates who pass resume evaluation will be invited to participate in Tik Tok's technical online assessment in Hacker Rank.

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  • Build new features that touch hundreds of millions of people around the world.
  • Solve unique, large-scale, highly complex technical problems.
  • Partner with PMs, designers, engineers from different teams on building backend support for mobile application.
  • Participate in technical discussions related to team's product and engineering work.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing an Undergraduate/Master's degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
  • Experience with coding in Python, Java, Golang, C#, or C++.
  • Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated software engineering or big data experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.
  • Curiosity towards new technologies and entrepreneurship.
  • High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities.
  • Graduating December 2026 onwards with the intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship.

By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant Client-provided location(s): San Jose, CAJob ID: Tik Tok-7534793633532479751Employment Type: INTERNPosted: 2025-08-06T04:44:59Apply on company site

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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About TikTok

TikTok

TikTok

Late Stage

A short-form video entertainment app and social network platform

10,001+

Employees

Los Angeles

Headquarters

$220B

Valuation

Reviews

3.1

3 reviews

Work Life Balance

1.5

Compensation

2.0

Culture

1.2

Career

1.8

Management

1.0

5%

Recommend to a Friend

Pros

Limited positive feedback available

Company size allows for potential opportunities

Technology platform experience

Cons

Mass layoffs and poor handling of terminations

Unprofessional management and HR behavior

Exposure to traumatic content without adequate support

Salary Ranges

52 data points

Junior/L3

Junior/L3 · Anti-Fraud Data Analyst

3 reports

$143,750

total / year

Base

$125,000

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$126,500

$163,300

Interview Experience

4 interviews

Difficulty

3.5

/ 5

Duration

21-35 weeks

Experience

Positive 0%

Neutral 25%

Negative 75%

Interview Process

1

Application Review

2

Recruiter Screen

3

Online Assessment

4

Technical Phone Screen

5

Onsite/Virtual Interviews

6

Team Matching

7

Offer

Common Questions

Coding/Algorithm

System Design

Behavioral/STAR

Technical Knowledge

Data Structures