Algorithm Engineer Graduate (TikTok Shop Global E-Commerce, Knowledge Graph) - 2026 Start (PhD)

Overview

Join TikTok’s team focused on developing extensive product knowledge graphs designed to enhance the online shopping experience on a global scale. If you are passionate about Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Multimodal Large Models, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, and Machine Learning, this opportunity is tailored for you. We welcome final-year PhD graduates to begin their careers with us in 2026, offering a supportive environment to pursue innovative ideas, address complex problems, and achieve substantial professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and continually refine algorithmic solutions for product profiling and improving product information quality to boost operational efficiency in worldwide e-commerce platforms.
• Continuously enhance core algorithms for unified product representations to increase traffic efficiency in global online markets.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or other quantitative disciplines by 2026.
• Proficient programming skills in at least one major language or framework such as Python, Java, C/C++, or Spark.
• Familiarity with deep learning libraries or frameworks including PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Keras.
• Strong foundational understanding of data structures and algorithms combined with solid theoretical and practical know-how in machine learning and deep learning.
• Experience or knowledge in one or two domains, which may include NLP, sentiment analysis, computer vision, multimodal systems, graph algorithms, search algorithms, or text/data mining.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with enthusiasm for challenging tasks.
• Strong communication skills paired with a collaborative team spirit.
• Prior experience in overseas internet or e-commerce industries is an advantage.

Additional Information

Candidates must be available to start onboarding by the end of 2026. Please clearly indicate your availability and graduation date in your application. Applicants are limited to applying for no more than two roles within TikTok and its global affiliates. Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.

About TikTok

TikTok is a global leader in short-form mobile video, committed to inspiring creativity and bringing joy to users worldwide. Headquartered in Los Angeles and Singapore, TikTok values diversity, innovation, and collective progress. Our culture emphasizes curiosity, humility, resilience, and continuous learning, fostering an environment where both employees and the company can thrive through shared challenges and successes.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve globally. TikTok actively promotes an environment that values and empowers every voice in our team.