Machine Learning Engineer Graduate; E-Commerce Risk Control BS​/MS

Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (E-Commerce Risk Control)- 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Location:

San Jose

Team:
Technology

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code: A171827A

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• Develop and implement innovative machine learning algorithms to manage business risks in Tik Tok's products and platforms.
• Prototype and explore novel solutions, conduct experiments to validate hypotheses, and provide insights to Product and Tech teams.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance current automation processes.
• Build efficient data querying infrastructure for real-time and offline analysis. Identify opportunities to strengthen risk defense solutions.
• Define risk control metrics and promote data-driven practices. Align teams and stakeholders on numeric goals for risk control.
• Document technical processes and effectively communicate results through writing, visualizations, and presentations.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, or related fields.
  • Final year or recent graduate with a background in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Proficiency in modern machine learning theories and applications, including ensemble trees, deep neural networks, transfer/multi-task learning, reinforcement learning, graph theory, and unsupervised learning.
  • Experience with Python, SQL/Hive, and Hadoop.
  • Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms, with excellent problem-solving ability.
  • Detail oriented, effective time management, and strong analytical skills.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated software engineering experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications.
  • Internship experience or research experience, especially in e-commerce, risk control domain.
  • Curiosity towards new technologies and entrepreneurship.
  • High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities.

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118657 - $187200 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.

Founded in 2012, Byte Dance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including Tik Tok, Lemon8, Cap Cut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, Byte Dance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Inspiring creativity is at the core of Byte Dance's mission. Our innovative products are 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 enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

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