Technical Sourcer - USDS - San Jose; Third-Party Associate

About the Team

At Tik Tok, our US Data Security (USDS) team is a dedicated organization established to safeguard US user data and ensure national security interests are protected. Our USDS teams are building a new, secure-by-design infrastructure and service ecosystem. This is a mission-driven team with the critical responsibility of protecting our platform and users.

As a Technical Sourcer on the USDS TA team, you will be a strategic partner in finding the engineering talent that builds this engine. You will collaborate closely with recruiters and hiring managers to support our explosive growth, serving as a key advocate for our company and ensuring a high-quality, welcoming experience for every candidate.

• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to develop and execute sourcing strategies for high-impact roles within engineering and technical functions.
• Proactively source passive and active candidates through multiple channels (e.g., Linked In, internal databases, niche platforms, academic conferences, job boards, etc.) with a focus on quality and speed.
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for current and future openings.
• Conduct outreach and pre-screening conversations to assess candidate fit, technical skills, and interest.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date tracking in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other sourcing tools.
• Deliver market intelligence and sourcing insights (e.g., talent maps, competitor analysis) to help inform recruiting strategies and stakeholder decisions.

• 1+ years of sourcing experience in a high-volume recruiting environment (in-house or agency).
• Proven ability to support 15+ requisitions simultaneously while partnering with regional stakeholders.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency with sourcing tools such as Linked In Recruiter, Boolean search, and other professional platforms.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic setting.

• Experience sourcing or recruiting for Engineering roles, ideally in a high-growth environment.
• Comfort working in global, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities.
• Data-driven mindset and the ability to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.

Please be advised that this job posting is on behalf of a third-party agency. This is a 6‑month temporary assignment managed by a third‑party agency, who will be your employer. While you may be assigned to work at Tik Tok, you will not be a Tik Tok employee. All contractual terms, including payroll and benefits, will be handled by a third‑party agency.

By applying, you agree that the information provided in your application may be processed and retained by Tik Tok for recruitment purposes and shared with a third‑party agency in accordance with Tik Tok's Applicant Privacy Notice

Tik Tok USDS Joint Venture LLC is dedicated to the safety and security of millions of Americans who create, discover, and connect with what they love on the apps we operate. The Joint Venture has been established in compliance with the Executive Order signed by President Trump on September 25, 2025. Our foundation is a comprehensive data privacy and cybersecurity program we operate under defined safeguards to protect national security and secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm.

We safeguard the U.S. content ecosystem, holding decision‑making authority for trust and safety policies and moderation. USDS Joint Venture helps ensure Americans can continue to express their creativity, discover new hobbies and interests, and build thriving communities and businesses on a global scale.

On‑site presence across teams allows the company to operate with greater speed, alignment, and agility — especially in areas like real‑time decision‑making, team development, and integrated execution. As such, the company is shifting from a hybrid work model to a fully in‑person schedule up to 5 days a week.

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