This is a Graduate Backend Software Engineer, TikTok LIVE Foundation role with one of the leading companies in AU right now TikTok with an amazing team. They are continuing to grow rapidly. This is the chance to join right as the takes off. More About the Role at TikTok Responsibilities The TikTok LIVE Foundation team supports the TikTok LIVE SMB Service, which aims to help TikTok's small and medium-sized business (SMB) merchants and creators diversify their customer acquisition strategies and business operations through live streaming by enhancing product capabilities, providing creator services, and offering professional live streaming content for users. We are looking for talented individuals to join us in 2026. As a graduate, you will get unparalleled opportunities for you to kickstart your career, pursue bold ideas and explore limitless growth opportunities. Co-create a future driven by your inspiration with TikTok. Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to TikTok and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - we encourage you to apply early. Responsibilities: - Develop large-scale software systems that drive the TikTok app; - Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability, performance, and reliability of the product; - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - Final year or recent graduate with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline - Experience in building backend services for large-scale consumer-facing applications - Proficient in at least one of the following languages: Go, Python, Java, C++ - Deep understanding of computer architectures, data structures and algorithms Preferred Qualifications - Good communication and team collaboration skills - Prior internship experience in building backend services for large-scale consumer-facing applications is a plus If you don’t think you're a perfect fit, you should still sign up to Hatch and create a profile, we'll match you to other roles that suit your profile. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. We model this in our hiring process for our partners like TikTok. ✅ Applying here is the first step in the hiring process for this role at TikTok. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factors. To put it simply, Hatch is for everyone.