Architect - TikTok Privacy

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, reliable, and high-performance backend systems with a focus on user privacy and data protection
• Work with product management and engineering teams to ensure that privacy considerations are integrated into TikTok's architecture and development process
• Collaborate with privacy and security teams to ensure that the systems and services comply with relevant privacy laws and regulations
• Develop and maintain technology roadmaps that prioritize user data privacy
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and tools that could improve TikTok's privacy posture
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers on privacy-related topics

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Strong understanding of software technologies and architecture, such as distributed systems, databases, messaging systems, and caching
• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Nice to Have

• 5 years of industry experience in a software development environment

Qualifications

• Educational background in Computer Science or related field

Benefits & Perks

• Annual base salary range of $224,000 - $410,000, depending on qualifications and location
• Discretionary bonuses and incentives, restricted stock units
• Day-one access to 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)