Software Engineer Intern (Recommendation Architecture, Feeds Infrastructure)

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TikTok

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10,001+ employeesLos Angeles, CaliforniaEntertainment Providers
Actively hiringPaidFall 2027Entertainment Providers
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About the role#

The TikTok Video team manages the infrastructure behind the For You Feed. We work where machine learning meets large-scale systems. Our team handles the end-to-end pipeline, from offline training data to real-time online inference, to support the recommendation experience for our users.

What you'll do#

  • Build globalized large-scale recommendation systems.
  • Develop efficient, reliable data pipelines for candidate generation, ranking, profile creation, training examples, and real-time online training.
  • Coach AI to manage release processes and production operations, such as online anomaly detection, diagnostics, and release safeguards.

What you'll need#

  • Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Computer Science or a related technical field.
  • Programming experience in C, C++, Java, or Golang.
  • Strong communication skills and a clear sense of ownership.
  • Experience with AI coding is a plus.

Location & details#

  • Location: Seattle, Washington.
  • Term: Fall 2027.
  • Status: Full-time internship.
  • Modality: On-site.
  • Compensation: $42.75 per hour.
Relevant fieldsComputer Science

About TikTok

TikTok operates as an entertainment provider. The company maintains a global presence with offices in cities including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, and Tokyo. It employs over 92,000 people. The organization is privately held.

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