TikTok
Data Scientist - TikTok Local Services (San Jose)
TikTok, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Data Scientist - TikTok Local Services (San Jose)
About the Team
TikTok’s data scientist team is a critical component of the platform’s success, responsible for leveraging data to enhance user experience, optimize content delivery, and drive business decisions. As a leading social media app known for its short‑form video content, TikTok relies heavily on data science to stay ahead in a competitive market.
Responsibilities
Build and improve the operational data infrastructure for TikTok local services, managing online and offline activities, video‑merchant matching processes, transaction processes, search/recommendation modules, traffic monitoring, and supply monitoring. Ensure data accuracy and alignment with business scenarios.
Develop a deep understanding of the impact of operational activities on transaction conversion rates and scientifically calculate the contribution of each activity to transaction improvements across various industries.
Regularly monitor key metrics, identify reasons for metric fluctuations, and provide optimization and improvement suggestions.
Enhance communication with the business team, regularly produce analysis reports, and proactively help the business identify potential growth opportunities.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher, with 1+ years of work experience.
Background in data‑related fields such as statistics, computer science, business analytics, or quantitative analysis.
Experience in model development (causal inference, data mining, etc.).
Strong curiosity, the ability to proactively understand business needs, quickly grasp business logic, and translate it into data‑driven problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and teamwork.
Industry experience related to local services.
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 creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
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 https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.
Job Information Compensation Description (Annually): Base salary range $144,000 - $329,334.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) savings plan with company match; paid parental leave; short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; life insurance; wellbeing benefits; 10 paid holidays per year; 10 paid sick days; and 17 days of Paid Personal Time.
Legal notice: For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) candidates, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
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Responsibilities
Build and improve the operational data infrastructure for TikTok local services, managing online and offline activities, video‑merchant matching processes, transaction processes, search/recommendation modules, traffic monitoring, and supply monitoring. Ensure data accuracy and alignment with business scenarios.
Develop a deep understanding of the impact of operational activities on transaction conversion rates and scientifically calculate the contribution of each activity to transaction improvements across various industries.
Regularly monitor key metrics, identify reasons for metric fluctuations, and provide optimization and improvement suggestions.
Enhance communication with the business team, regularly produce analysis reports, and proactively help the business identify potential growth opportunities.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher, with 1+ years of work experience.
Background in data‑related fields such as statistics, computer science, business analytics, or quantitative analysis.
Experience in model development (causal inference, data mining, etc.).
Strong curiosity, the ability to proactively understand business needs, quickly grasp business logic, and translate it into data‑driven problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and teamwork.
Industry experience related to local services.
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 creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
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 https://tinyurl.com/RA-request.
Job Information Compensation Description (Annually): Base salary range $144,000 - $329,334.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) savings plan with company match; paid parental leave; short‑term and long‑term disability coverage; life insurance; wellbeing benefits; 10 paid holidays per year; 10 paid sick days; and 17 days of Paid Personal Time.
Legal notice: For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) candidates, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
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