Site Reliability Engineer, XR/VR Device - USDS

Responsibilities

Empowered by the new generation of AI technology and combined with a brand-new, more natural human-machine interaction approach, the next generation of personal computing hardware and AI OS are continuously and rapidly developing. XR/AR smart devices that integrate with the natural interaction methods of the human "five senses" and AI OS are a must-compete area for companies. Our team is dedicated to the development of operating systems for next-generation personal computing intelligent devices, exploring intelligent operating systems that combine new XR interaction forms with AI, and focusing on innovation and development in areas such as AI intelligence, system middleware, new scheduling, application scenarios, and Camera Pipeline in intelligent OS. Responsibilities - Support the stability construction of XR/VR Device business to ensure the continuous and stable operation of the system; - Participate in the design of XR/VR Device business stability architecture to ensure long-term high availability and maintainability of the system; - Participate in the construction of XR/VR Device business data centers, as well as the design, rehearsal, and implementation of disaster recovery plans; - Participate in the automation of XR/VR Device business system operation and maintenance work, covering special projects such as online changes, service monitoring configuration, rapid website deployment, and resource management.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or above, majoring in computer science, software engineering or other related fields, with a solid foundation in computer science; - Have in-depth knowledge and practical experience in SRE engineering fields such as alert monitoring, disaster recovery architecture, and cost operation; - Familiar with Linux operating system and Integrated Development Cloud, proficient in one or more programming languages such as Shell, Python, Java, Golang, C, etc., and have in-depth understanding of language features; familiar with relevant technical principles such as network and storage; - Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, as well as stress tolerance, with a strong sense of responsibility and excellent collaboration and communication skills; Preferred Qualifications - Experience in business operation and maintenance development in scenarios such as advertising, recommendation, and search are preferred.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency]Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $136800 - $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 USDS

TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is dedicated to the safety and security of millions of Americans who create, discover, and connect with what they love on the apps we operate. The Joint Venture has been established in compliance with the Executive Order signed by President Trump on September 25, 2025. Our foundation is a comprehensive data privacy and cybersecurity program we operate under defined safeguards to protect national security and secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm. We safeguard the U.S. content ecosystem, holding decision-making authority for trust and safety policies and moderation. USDS Joint Venture helps ensure Americans can continue to express their creativity, discover new hobbies and interests, and build thriving communities and businesses on a global scale.

On-site presence across teams allows the company to operate with greater speed, alignment, and agility - especially in areas like real-time decision-making, team development, and integrated execution. As such, the company is shifting from a hybrid work model to a fully in-person schedule up to 5 days a week.

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.

USDS Reasonable Accommodation

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