Backend Software Engineer Graduate

Backend Software Engineer Graduate (Reliability) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)Join to apply for the Backend Software Engineer Graduate (Reliability) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)role at TikTok Backend Software Engineer Graduate (Reliability) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Backend Software Engineer Graduate (Reliability) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)role at TikTok Responsibilities Team Introduction Every time someone uploads, or watches a short video on TikTok, our team is working behind the scenes to make it happen — smoothly, instantly, and reliably. The Short Video Reliability team is where software engineering meets site reliability, and we run the world’s largest short video posting and delivery systems. We’re not just keeping the lights on. We’re building systems that adapt to anything: a sudden viral trend, a massive global event, a data center switch, or a rare disaster scenario. If something big happens on TikTok, chances are we’ve prepared for it. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at TikTok Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by end of year 2026. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume. Responsibilities: Design and build systems that adjust on the fly to infrastructure changes, data center moves, and global events Create smart traffic management that can handle viral video surges without breaking a sweat Build tools to spot and fix issues before they reach users Keep TikTok running smoothly across continents and time zones Develop systems for mapping, capacity planning, disaster recovery, and incident automation Test our systems with chaos engineering so they can handle anything thrown at them Use A/B testing to measure real-world improvements in stability, performance, and user experience Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Final-year student in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar Solid coding skills in at least one of Python, Java, Golang, C++, or C Understanding of distributed systems, networking, and large-scale architecture Experience with Linux/Unix and cloud environments A genuine passion for building reliable, high-scale systems Preferred Qualifications: Open-source contributions or competitive programming experience Research or internship experience in distributed/high-availability systems Ability to debug complex issues under pressure Great communication skills and comfort working with global teams By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: If you have any questions, please reach out to us at Job Information About TikTok TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. Why Join Us Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us. Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is 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. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too. Seniority level Seniority level Internship Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Entertainment Providers Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TikTok by 2x Get notified about new Graduate Software Engineer jobs in Singapore, Singapore . 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