Backend Engineer Intern (TikTok LIVE - Sydney) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Responsibilities

TikTok LIVE Revenue:
TikTok Live revenue engineering team is responsible for building the cutting-edge revenue ecosystem which includes gifting and other revenue features that are innovative, secure and intuitive for our users. As an important member of the engineering team, you will build solutions that affect millions of users and live streamers.
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at our Company aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at our Company.

Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to Our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead large-scale technical projects to lay the foundation for the iterative development and scale of early products
- Develop robust, efficient technology products that serve 1 billion users
- Contribute to engineering strategy, tooling, processes, and culture
- Research and apply cutting-edge domain and technical knowledge into products

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification
1. Currently studying; final year with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
2. Proficient in at least one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, C++, PHP
3. Good team communication and collaboration skills.
4. Understanding of computer architectures, data structures and algorithms

Preferred Qualifications:
1. Ability to understand and debug large and complex codebases.
2. Promote robust and maintainable code, clear documentation, and deliver high quality work on a tight schedule.
3. Livestream knowledge is a plus but not mandatory.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at apac-earlycareers@tiktok.com.