Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (Data-Search-TikTok.US - Seattle) - 2025 Start (PhD)

$137,750 - $237,500/Yr

Tiktok - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Seattle, WA

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About the position

The Machine Learning Engineer Graduate position at TikTok focuses on enhancing the search experience through advanced machine learning technologies. The role involves working with cutting-edge NLP and multi-modal models to improve the search core algorithm, user behavior modeling, and video understanding. This position is ideal for recent graduates with a strong technical background who are eager to contribute to a team that values creativity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the improvement of the search core algorithm.
• Apply cutting-edge NLP and CV technology to match relevant videos for search queries.
• Continuously improve the relevance of TikTok search.
• Solve the recommendation problem in search to enhance personalization.
• Utilize NLP, CV, and LLM for better video understanding and improve search results.

Requirements

• Current or recent graduate with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficient coding skills and strong algorithm & data structure basis.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: NLP, Ranking, Ads, search engine, recommender system, distributed system, and machine learning.

Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance
• Approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
• Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO)
• 10 paid sick days per year
• 12 weeks of paid Parental leave
• 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability
• Mental and emotional health benefits through EAP and Lyra
• 401K company match
• Gym and cellphone service reimbursements