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# Machine Learning Software Engineer Graduate (TikTok Content Ecology)

- **Company:** Tiktok Inc.
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $128,000.0 - $316,800.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Distributed Computing Environment, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Open Source Technology, Tensorflow, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Deep Learning, Information Technology, Virtual Agents
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/tiktok/machine-learning-software-engineer-graduate-tiktok-content-ecology-2027-start-phd

## About the Role

Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a PhD degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, or a related discipline.

 - Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages.
 - Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
 - Hands-on experience with LLMs/MLLMs, specifically focusing on Post-Training (SFT, RL) and/or Inference optimization.
 - Solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals and the modern AI stack.
 - Strong proficiency in integrating AI tools into knowledge discovery and research workflows.
 - Excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

 - Experience with distributed computing and optimizing AI models for real-world applications.
 - Experience in applying machine learning techniques to enhance business and user experiences.
 - Deep knowledge of agent architectures, including planning, tool use (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex), skills, and memory systems.
 - Strong experience in working with Agentic modeling, workflows, and frameworks.
 - Publications in top AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR, ACL, AAAI, etc.) or strong contributions to open-source AI projects.

## Description

Develop and optimize LLM/MLLM, Agent, NLP, CV, and recommendation models to improve TikTok's content ecosystem.

 - Design, build, and optimize advanced Agentic AI frameworks, focusing on core components like planning, tool use, skills, and memory., Implement multimodal AI solutions, integrating video, text, and speech understanding.
 - Train and fine-tune deep learning models using TensorFlow, PyTorch, or other ML frameworks.
 - Deploy and scale machine learning solutions in a distributed computing environment.
 - Work closely with AI researchers, software engineers, and business teams to apply AI technologies effectively.


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