Responsibilities
The TikTok Camera Team drives the end-to-end content creation experience for both the TikTok main app and TikTok Lite app, covering a comprehensive flow that includes shooting, editing, publishing, effects, music and more.
At the heart of TikTok’s mission lies creation. The camera effect stands as the fundamental tool for unleashing creativity and spreading joy. TikTok Camera Effect team is seeking talented software engineers with experience in Client Development, AI, CG, ML or AR to build the next-generation of camera effects using the latest AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance client applications that empower users in content creation.
• Remain abreast of the latest advancements in mobile development, Artificial Intelligence, and Generative AI technologies, integrating them seamlessly into our product development lifecycle.
• Engage collaboratively with product teams to grasp user requirements and product aspirations, translating design into features.
• Enhance application performance to deliver seamless user experiences and exceptional performance.
• Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of core components and frameworks, ensuring our codebase quality.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues and bugs, ensuring the stability and security of applications.
• Work closely with backend engineers to foster seamless integration between mobile applications and backend.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of practical experience in mobile app development, with a strong command of Swift or Objective-C
• Demonstrated knowledge in client app development and optimization, with a proficient understanding of client app architecture and design patterns.
• Expertise in utilizing app development tools and popular third-party libraries.
• Proficiency in integrating RESTful APIs, network communication, and data parsing.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities, effectively identifying and resolving technical challenges.
• Exceptional team player, skilled in close collaboration with cross-functional teams to propel project advancement.
• Innovative mindset and passion for mobile app development and content creation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Job Information
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok’s mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
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We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We’re resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an “Always Day 1” mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
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Diversity & Inclusion
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TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too

• Develop high-performance client applications that empower users in content creation.
• Remain abreast of the latest advancements in mobile development, Artificial Intelligence, and Generative AI technologies, integrating them seamlessly into our product development lifecycle.
• Engage collaboratively with product teams to grasp user requirements and product aspirations, translating design into features.
• Enhance application performance to deliver seamless user experiences and exceptional performance.
• Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of core components and frameworks, ensuring our codebase quality.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues and bugs, ensuring the stability and security of applications.
• Work closely with backend engineers to foster seamless integration between mobile applications and backend