Data Scientist Graduate (TikTok Product) - 2027 Start

About the role

The TikTok Data Science team is responsible for all data science and analytics work, collaborating with key value chains in TikTok, including User Growth, PGC, Content Ecosystem, Social, Creation, Product Infrastructure, Research, and Science. The team's goal is to generate actionable insights from data to help stakeholders make informed decisions. Main tasks include defining metrics, conducting root cause analysis, developing experimentation methodology, evaluating features and strategies, and performing exploratory analysis to identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Define success metrics to measure product growth and identify problems through monitoring or forecasting.
• Apply technical expertise with quantitative analysis, experimentation, and data mining to develop strategies for product optimizations.
• Quantify the impact of strategies through causal inference and generate actionable insights through deep-dive analysis.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and cross-functional teams to influence and execute product strategy.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Individuals completing or who have recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science or a related discipline.
• Proficient in data querying languages and at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, SQL, R).
• Experience in one or more of the following methods: forecasting, statistical and causal inference, classification methods.
• Strong product sense and structured thinking, with the ability to convert analysis results into business decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship experience in data science.
• Research experience in data science.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $216,000 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is part of a total package that may include discretionary bonuses, incentives, and restricted stock units.

Benefits

• Day-one access to 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 with increasing accruals by tenure).

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with additional offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

At TikTok, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity, and bring joy. Our innovative product helps people authentically express themselves, discover, and connect. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make an impact. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We embrace an "Always Day 1" mindset, constantly iterating to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people globally, and so does our workplace. We celebrate diverse voices and strive to create an environment that reflects the communities we reach.