Join us as we inspire
creativity and bring joy to
millions of users worldwide.
@2025 TikTok
Responsibilities
About the Team At TikTok, our R&D engineering teams are the architects of our core technology. From the algorithms that power content discovery to the infrastructure that supports billions of interactions, their work is the engine of our global platform. They are the builders and problem-solvers who directly shape the future of TikTok. As a Technical Sourcer, you will be a strategic force behind the growth of our most innovative teams. Your mission is to identify, attract, and engage the exceptional engineering talent needed to solve TikTok's most complex technical challenges. This requires more than just finding candidates; it demands a genuine passion for technology, a strategic mindset for building talent pipelines, and a deep commitment to creating a world-class candidate experience. You will partner directly with R&D leaders and recruiters, becoming an essential contributor to the teams that build the future of our platform. Responsibilities: - Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to build robust talent pipelines for critical R&D roles. - Partner closely with hiring managers and recruiters to deeply understand role requirements and refine the recruiting process for maximum efficiency. - Identify and engage passive, high-caliber candidates through a variety of channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, academic conferences, and alternative search techniques. - Utilize data to inform sourcing strategies, produce comprehensive market mapping reports, and provide actionable insights to hiring partners. - Champion an exceptional and inclusive candidate experience from the first point of contact, acting as a knowledgeable and enthusiastic advocate for TikTok's R&D organization.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: - 0-3 years of experience in technical sourcing or a related talent acquisition function (relevant internship experience is considered). - Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, prioritizing multiple functions and managing time effectively across global time zones. - Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to write professional market mapping reports. - Proficiency with research/sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, GitHub) and social media platforms for talent engagement. Important Note: Please be advised that this job posting is on behalf of IntelliPro. This is a 6-month temporary assignment managed by IntelliPro, a third party who will be your employer. While you may be assigned to work at TikTok, you will not be a TikTok employee. All contractual terms, including payroll and benefits, will be handled by IntelliPro. By applying, you agree that the information provided in your application may be processed and retained by ByteDance for recruitment purposes and shared with IntelliPro in accordance with ByteDance's Applicant Privacy Notice https://sf16-sg.tiktokcdn.com/obj/eden-sg/uvyloeh7vhonuhf/privacy/ByteDance_Global_Applicant_Privacy_Notice.pdf
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】 Compensation Description (Hourly)
The hourly rate range for this position in the selected city is $29- $50.
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).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
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.
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.
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.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request