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System Architect - Cloud Hardware

Job in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California, 95199, USA
Listing for: TikTok
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-07
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer
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Responsibilities
Server platform team is responsible for architecting, designing and building best server and storage system to meet the requirements of high-performance, low cost and easy to operate. By joining this team, you will work with the best engineers and talents in this industry and have a broad opportunity to get in touch with the latest AI application system and newly emerged technology in computing, storage and silicon validation.

You will gain remarkable hardware architect, development and validation experiences in most advanced hardware infrastructure at massive scale.

We are looking for a self-motivated Cloud hardware system architect. As a system architect, your responsibilities will include:
- Track new technology from industry and partner vendors, work with hardware architects and cloud product experts closely on computing and storage solutions for Bytedance cloud products and all other application teams.
- Workout hardware solutions for cloud products, including computing, storage, database, bigdata, edge computing etc., based on deep analysis of cloud product design and operational data.
- Work closely with cloud product and r&d team or performance and cost optimization.
- Work with industry consortiums and standard committees to investigate the emerging standards or technologies, and contribute our research results to the industry.
- Work with our technology partners and suppliers to setup PoC or prototypes to evaluate and test the new technologies or architectural designs.
- International travel requirement: up to four times per year, including but not limited to China, Europe, and South Asia. Candidates must have a valid passport and be able to obtain the necessary visas.

Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related majors.
- Experienced in hardware/software performance and power optimization is preferred.
- Deep understanding of computer system architecture.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the design principles and applications of CPU, memory, SSD, and network parts.
- Understand the implementation of virtualization technology, database, distributed storage system, and deep learning architecture.
- Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in Circuit Board Design, System debugging, Power/Signal Integrity, and Thermal solutions.
- 3 years experience in server or storage system architecture design or software-hardware co-design.

About Tik Tok
Tik Tok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At Tik Tok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Tik Tok'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 Tik Tok'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
Tik Tok 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 Tik Tok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse…

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