Backend Engineer Intern (Media Network Global Engineering) - 2026 Start

TikTok

  • Sydney, NSW
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026 (Earliest starting in January). Internships at TikTok aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at TikTok. Applicants must be current students and maintain enrollment throughout the entire internship period. Graduates are not eligible for internship positions.Applicants should be available for a minimum 12-week internship, working at least 3 days per week onsite at TikTok's Sydney office.About the team
The Media Network Global Engineering team is committed to building a globally leading cloud-native transmission and distribution network for media. Driven by technological innovation, it integrates edge cloud computing, real-time transmission protocols and intelligent scheduling algorithms to create a global system for ultra-low-latency live streaming and real-time communication, so as to support the development of ByteDance's global business.Responsibilities
-Support the development of Media Network backend services by building basic service components and contributing to shared solutions that reduce repetitive development work.
-Assist in implementing Design System technical solutions, contributing to core development tasks and basic system optimization under guidance.
-Follow established code standards and testing procedures while learning best practices to ensure quality deliverables.
-Participate in technology research projects and contribute to evaluating new tools and technologies alongside senior team members.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications
- Proficient in at least one programming language, such as Java, C, C++, PHP, Python, or Go
- Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals, including in-depth knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and operating system concepts
- Strong logical reasoning and analytical abilities to effectively abstract and break down complex business logic
- Excellent learning aptitude and effective communication skills, both written and verbalPreferred Qualifications
- Active contributions to open-source projects or personal coding initiatives
- Demonstrated technical curiosity and passion for continuous learning and growth
- Knowledge of software design patterns and architectural principles
- Familiarity with agile software development methodologies
- Experience with version control systems, such as Git
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to writing clean, maintainable code

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