Backend Software Engineer Intern (TikTok-Global Live-Foundation) - 2027 Summer

The TikTok LIVE Foundation Governance Engineering team is a global team responsible for ensuring the quality of live streaming content. It takes on the responsibility of building the backend system, collaborating with data scientists, ecosystem governance managers, the operations team, and the Trust & Safety Algorithm team. Together, we develop human-based and machine-based moderation, the penalty center, and permission governance tools to ensure our content is high quality and enjoyable to our users worldwide.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship. Our internship program offers students hands-on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals. Candidates may apply to a maximum of two positions across Our Company and its affiliates globally. Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. Please clearly state your availability in your resume, including your start and end dates.

Responsibilities: - Work closely with product managers, data scientists, UI designers, and other engineers to iterate on data driven product ideas. - Improve system design and architecture to ensure service reliability, performance, and extensibility. - Learn and understand how TikTok products work and help build end-to-end solutions. - Learn and grow from working with great colleagues and taking on challenges. - Help our team grow from your expertise, experience, and perspectives.