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Software Development Engineer in Test Intern, TikTok LIVE (Sydney) - 2026 Start

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Software Development Engineer in Test Intern, TikTok LIVE (Sydney) - 2026 Start

Sydney, Australia

Responsibilities

About the team:
The TikTok Live QA team has been focusing on the high quality and the best user experience of TikTok Live products. Our team uses advanced autotesting tools and comprehensive quality assurance methods to continuously control the delivery of products. We are looking for passionate SDET engineers to join this fast growing industry.

We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in November / December 2025. Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok

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 TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally.

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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Successful candidates must be able to commit to at least 3 months long internship period.

Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the entire system testing process for the client side, server side and web side of Live product, including but not limited to: analysis, designing and executing test plans and cases, and conducting defect tracking.
- Work closely with Developers, Product and Project Managers to test and validate new features with appropriate testing tools and testing protocols.
- Participate in project management, risk management, and process management tasks to improve the quality and efficiency of requirements delivery.
- Help implement test tools and collaborate with automation/performance test teams to build up internal tools/frameworks/platforms to make the team more productive.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
- Final year or recent graduate with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Good computer foundation, familiar with Java/Python/Objective-C/Golang, experience in related project development.
- Abilities to design and execute complete testing plans for complex projects.

Preferred Qualification
- Familiar with web/server/automation architecture, understanding at least one application framework.
- Having systematic work experience in automated testing, performance testing, and quality system construction.
- Excellent problem solving skills, ability to coordinate with different local and global teams.
- Adapt well to changes, collaborate effectively with teams, and the ability to multitask on various projects.

By submitting an application for this role, you accept and agree to our global applicant privacy policy, which may be accessed here: https://careers.tiktok.com/legal/privacy.

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

Client-provided location(s): Sydney NSW, Australia
Job ID: TikTok-7509324658342234386
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • HSA
    • Life Insurance
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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