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TikTok · 3 days ago

Software Engineer - LLM Applications and AI Agents

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$137K/yr - $360K/yr

3+ years exp

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. They are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Software Engineer to join their Agentic Engine team, focusing on LLM adoption and AI technology to transform data platforms.

Content CreatorsContent DiscoveryMedia and EntertainmentSocial MediaVideo

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI technologies, particularly in LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and AI agents

Develop expertise in data development platforms and drive technological innovation within the team

Design and implement sophisticated architectural solutions for integrating LLM technology into business applications

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable and efficient AI-powered systems

Contribute to the development of AI agents capable of complex reasoning and task execution

Qualification

AI/ML applicationsComplex system designProgramming languagesBig data processingNatural language processingDeep learning frameworksProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred

Minimum of 3 years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on AI/ML applications

Demonstrated experience in complex system design and architecture, particularly in AI-driven environments

Strong proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, Java, C++, Golang, or Rust

Experience with big data processing and distributed computing systems

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting

Preferred

Solid understanding of machine learning concepts, natural language processing, and deep learning frameworks

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Wellbeing benefits

10 paid holidays per year

10 paid sick days per year

17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure)

Company

TikTok

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TikTok is a short-form video entertainment app and social network platform. It is a sub-organization of ByteDance.

Founded in 2003

Los Angeles, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.tiktok.com

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