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We are Ads Core Team from TikTok Global Monetization Technology. Our core mission is to generate revenue and optimize the user experience on the world's leading short-form video platform. The Monetization Client team from TikTok Ads Core is responsible for delivering innovative ads products on TikTok, including content ads, new ads formats, vertical solutions, creator monetization business account, ads experiences etc. Working closely with product team, our mission is to build the window letting advertisers promote their products on TikTok, and to build the bridge that can deeply connects advertisers and TikTok users. Therefore, besides supporting the innovative features on monetization, ensuring the user experience in TikTok is also our priority.

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Successful candidates must be able to commit to an onboarding date by the end of the year. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume. 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 our Company and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early.

Responsibilities: - Work closely with backend, frontend, and product teams to develop and launch innovative ad features on the TikTok app. - Collaborate with design and product teams to create a world-class mobile ads experience. - Design, implement, and optimize novel monetization features for iOS/Android applications, ensuring efficiency and performance. - Promote best practices by writing robust, maintainable code and clear documentation while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. - Partner seamlessly with senior and lead engineers, share knowledge and best practices within the team, and contribute to the company’s long-term technological strategy.

Minimum Qualifications: - Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. - Relevant practical experience in mobile app development (Android and/or iOS). - Good object-oriented development and software system design skills. - Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Java/Kotlin (Android) or Swift/Objective-C (iOS). - Ability to understand, debug, and optimize large and complex codebases. - Strong team communication and collaboration skills, strong curiosity for new technologies and solution delivery, with result-driven mindset.

Preferred Qualifications: - Passion and experience in building consumer-facing or ads products. - Experience in Android architecture refactoring, optimization, and performance tuning, or similar iOS-related performance optimization. - Proven ability to optimize client-side performance and enhance user experience through technical innovation.

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