Research Scientist, Video Generation (Intelligent Creation) - Global Frontier Tech Recruitment Program - 2027 Start (PhD)

About the role

We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2027. As a graduate, you will have the opportunity to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock your full potential. Launch your career where inspiration is infinite at our Company. Successful candidates must be able to onboard by the end of 2027. Please clearly state your availability and expected graduation date in your resume.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and development in generative AI and multimodal models, with a primary focus on video generation.
Design and build models for creative applications on the TikTok platform, driving end-to-end impact from research to production through cross-functional collaboration.
Explore new AI-driven product opportunities and contribute to next-generation creative experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a PhD degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  Proficiency in training generative AI or large models using frameworks such as PyTorch or JAX.
  Strong programming skills and solid fundamentals in machine learning.
  Strong problem-solving ability and motivation to tackle real-world challenges.
  Good communication and collaboration skills in fast-paced environments.
• Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Generative AI, Machine Learning Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  Strong research background in one or more areas: generative AI, video generation, VLMs, or ML systems.
  Hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas: Video generation and editing (highly preferred); VLM fine-tuning; Efficient model design and optimization; Reinforcement learning methods (e.g., RLHF, DPO, GRPO).
  Track record of research publications in top-tier conferences such as CVPR, ECCV, ICCV, NeurIPS, ICLR, SIGGRAPH, or SIGGRAPH Asia.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency]
Compensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $244,800 - $588,000 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 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. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.

Why Join Us

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.

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 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.