Tools Software Developer - TikTok Effect House
Responsibilities
Creative Effects are a big part of the TikTok experience. From Versailles Run to Dancing Dino, effects make content creation easy, and fun. Our mission is to inspire user creativity with powerful creation tools. We are building Effect House, the official Augmented Reality creation tool for TikTok. If you are passionate about AR technologies and 3D content creation, you came to the right place.
You will be responsible for crafting the technology that enables intuitive effect development and design. From advanced interactions to visual scripting, you’ll build the tools our creators need to experiment and make engaging, immersive, and innovative effects, bringing creativity to (augmented) reality. You will focus on building a unified algorithm system that delivers numerous cutting-edge AR algorithms to various TikTok products. Our AR Effect Platform enables the breakthrough AR interactive experience, consumed by hundreds of millions of TikTok users around the world.
- Design and implement innovative features for TikTok's Effect House, the platform's special effects editor.
- Provide robust support to our rapidly growing effect creator community and internal effect production team, enabling them to realize their creative vision.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and native programming (C++, multi-threading, memory management).
- Solid experience in system design, particularly in the context of UI/UX for creative tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or related field with 2 years of software development experience, with a strong emphasis on game engine technology, computer graphics, AR/VR, game development, or simulation.
- Familiarity with game engines (Unity/Unreal) and real-time rendering, animation, and VFX pipelines.
- Capability in developing cross-platform solutions (macOS, Windows, iOS, Android) and web technologies (React, JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js).
- Experience in developing developer-facing APIs, plugins, or libraries.
- Experience in AR/VR projects and proficiency with graphics APIs (OpenGL, WebGL, DirectX, Metal, Vulkan).
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- A quick learner, able to rapidly adapt to new challenges and solve complex problems with wit and ingenuity.
- A strong passion for user experience, augmented reality, and a commitment to crafting innovative and creative solutions.
- Keen interest in TikTok and its community of creators.
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. We create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy. We strive to do great things with great people, foster curiosity and impact, and operate with an "Always Day 1" mindset.
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. We are committed to celebrating diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the communities we reach.
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
Job Information
Compensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118,657 - $259,200 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package, which may include discretionary bonuses/incentives and stock units. Benefits may vary by location and role. Day-one medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; parental leave; disability coverage; life insurance; wellbeing benefits; and paid holidays/sick leave/personal time, prorated at start.
For Los Angeles County candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws, including the Fair Chance Act. Our company evaluates criminal history in relation to job duties and responsibilities.
Additional Information
References to seniority level, employment type, job function, and industries are provided as part of the job listing. The description may include related postings and location-based information not essential to the role’s core responsibilities.
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