Senior iOS Software Engineer - TikTok Camera Effect

Responsibilities

The TikTok Camera Team drives the end-to-end content creation experience for both the TikTok main app and TikTok Lite app, covering a comprehensive flow that includes shooting, editing, publishing, effects, music and more. At the heart of TikTok's mission lies creation. The camera effect stands as the fundamental tool for unleashing creativity and spreading joy. TikTok Camera Effect team is seeking talented software engineers with experience in Client Development, AI, CG, ML or AR to build the next-generation of camera effects using the latest AI technologies. Responsibilities - Develop high-performance client applications that empower users in content creation. - Remain abreast of the latest advancements in mobile development, Artificial Intelligence, and Generative AI technologies, integrating them seamlessly into our product development lifecycle. - Engage collaboratively with product teams to grasp user requirements and product aspirations, translating design into features. - Enhance application performance to deliver seamless user experiences and exceptional performance. - Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of core components and frameworks, ensuring our codebase quality. - Diagnose and resolve technical issues and bugs, ensuring the stability and security of applications. - Work closely with backend engineers to foster seamless integration between mobile applications and backend.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : - 3 years of practical experience in mobile app development, with a strong command of Swift or Objective-C - Demonstrated knowledge in client app development and optimization, with a proficient understanding of client app architecture and design patterns. - Expertise in utilizing app development tools and popular third-party libraries. - Proficiency in integrating RESTful APIs, network communication, and data parsing. - Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities, effectively identifying and resolving technical challenges. - Exceptional team player, skilled in close collaboration with cross-functional teams to propel project advancement. - Innovative mindset and passion for mobile app development and content creation. Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency]Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $187040 - $359720 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).

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

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