Responsibilities
TikTok's Web Architecture department is seeking a skilled and visionary Fullstack Software Engineer and Software Architect to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of our web development initiatives. You will lead the strategic planning and execution of key aspects such as Web Application Architecture, Applied AI Technology, Large-Scale Frontend Monorepo Toolchain and Infra and more.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in the development and implementation of TikTok Web gateway layer, ensuring high availability and stability to support global TikTok users' access requirements
- Design and develop service middleware to expand business capabilities for various TikTok frontend applications
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- Implement dynamic traffic scheduling and configuration capabilities, design and develop flexible traffic distribution and routing strategies
- Design, implement and optimize continuous deployment capabilities for TikTok frontend applications, improve frontend development efficiency and standardize business processes
- Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Designers, Backend Engineers, and QA teams, to ensure seamless integration of web components within the broader TikTok ecosystem.
- Innovation and Research: Stay abreast of the latest web technologies, trends, and industry practices. Evaluate and recommend new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance the team's efficiency.
- Performance Optimization: Work collaboratively with Performance Engineers to optimize web applications for speed, responsiveness, and scalability, ensuring an exceptional user experience.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- Experience: 5 years of extensive web development experience, with a strong focus on architectural design and strategy.
- Technical Proficiency: Expertise in web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js). Experience in system design for complex projects, proficient in design principles across various systems, with in-depth understanding of performance, availability, and security
- Preference for candidates who have participated in large-scale web projects and have practical system architecture and optimisation experience; and exceptional problem-solving skills with a track record of analyzing complex technical challenges and providing innovative solutions.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Agile Mindset: Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and a history of delivering high-quality software in an Agile environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Track record in successful AI application development and adoption.
- Strong learning ability and curiosity about new technologies. Experience in open-source project contribution and maintenance.
- Experience in online service operations and maintenance. Familiarity with performance optimization techniques for web applications. Experience in full-stack Node.js development.
- Prior experience in a technology-driven startup or fast-paced environment.