General Research Scientist Graduate ( Recommendation BS​/MS

(General Hire) Research Scientist Graduate (Tik Tok Recommendation) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Recommendation algorithm team runs at the center driving critical product decisions and platform growth. The team consists of machine learning researchers and engineers who support and innovate on production recommendation models, delivering measurable product impact. The team is fast‑pacing, collaborative, and impact‑driven.

Build industry‑leading recommendation systems to improve user experience, content ecosystem, and platform security.

Deliver end‑to‑end machine‑learning solutions to address critical product challenges.

Own the full‑stack machine‑learning system and optimize algorithms and infrastructure to improve recommendation performance.

Work with cross‑functional teams to design product strategies and build solutions to grow Tik Tok in key markets.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or a related technical discipline.
• Proficient coding skills with strong algorithms and data structures using C++/Python or other language.
• Experience in machine learning and familiarity with at least one deep‑learning framework (e.g., PyTorch, Tensor Flow).
• Experience in at least one of the following areas: NLP, CV, recommender systems, or machine learning.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Published papers in top academic conferences.
• Winners of algorithm and machine‑learning competitions (e.g., ACM, Kaggle).

Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by end of 2026.

We prioritize candidates who can start on the specified dates. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume.

Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early.

Base salary range: $118,657 – $187,200 annually (in the selected city). May vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.

Benefits include 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, increasing with tenure).

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Criminal history may impact duties such as interacting with clients, handling confidential information, and exercising judgment.

The Company reserves the right to modify or change benefits programs at any time.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. Contact  for assistance.

Tik Tok is the leading destination for short‑form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices worldwide.

We celebrate diverse voices and create an inclusive space where employees are valued for their unique perspectives.