Research Scientist, Responsible AI

Join TikTok as a Research Scientist in Responsible AI

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video, and our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. We are looking for a talented Research Scientist to join our Responsible AI team in San Jose, California. This role is crucial in driving critical product decisions and platform growth through innovative machine learning solutions.

About the Team

The recommendation algorithm team at TikTok plays a central role in the company. This dynamic and fast-paced team is composed of machine learning researchers and engineers who support and innovate on production recommendation models to drive product impact. The team is collaborative and impact-driven, focusing on improving user experience, content ecosystem, and platform security.

Responsibilities

• Build industry-leading recommendation systems to enhance user experience and platform security.
• Deliver end-to-end machine learning solutions to address critical product challenges.
• Own the full stack machine learning system and optimize algorithms and infrastructure to improve recommendation performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design product strategies and build solutions to grow TikTok in important markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, with 1-3 years of related work experience.
• Strong software development experience with C++, Python, or other programming languages.
• Experience in applied machine learning, machine learning infrastructure, large-scale recommendation systems, or market-facing machine learning products.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for techniques and solving challenging problems.

Why Join Us

At TikTok, we create together and grow together. We are committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe, and so does our workplace. We are passionate about inspiring creativity and bringing joy, and we hope you are too.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this position in San Jose, California, is €126,000 to €221,760 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.

Our benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer comprehensive medical insurance, a 401(k) company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements, and more.

Join us at TikTok and be part of a team that is driving impact for ourselves, our company, and the communities we serve.