Apply on Employer Site

TikTok · 2 weeks ago

Research Scientist Graduate Graphics Engine - 2026 Start (PhD)

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$137K/yr - $259K/yr

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video, and they are seeking a Research Scientist for their Graphics Engine Team. The role involves designing and implementing advanced algorithms for 3D generation and simulation, integrating deep learning models, and optimizing systems for performance across various platforms.

Content CreatorsContent DiscoveryMedia and EntertainmentSocial MediaVideo

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design and implement advanced algorithms for 3D generation/editing, real-time physics simulation, character animation, geometric modeling, rendering etc

Develop and integrate deep learning models that enhance speed, fidelity, or realism in physically based simulations or complex graphics workflows

Optimize algorithms and systems for speed and scalability across a wide range of hardware and platform targets

Work closely with product or other engineering teams to identify key challenges and deliver seamless, high-impact graphics solutions

Stay up to date with the latest research in computer graphics, physics simulation, and machine learning

Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and may publish findings in leading conferences or journals

Qualification

PhD in Computer ScienceMathematical FoundationsComputer GraphicsProgramming SkillsMachine LearningRelevant publications3D computer graphicsAI knowledge

Required

PhD in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field, with a focus in computer graphics, physics simulation, animation or AI/ML

Strong background in linear algebra, calculus, geometry, and numerical methods

Solid experience in one or more of the following: neural rendering (NeRF, 3DGS, or similar), physically based simulation, animation system, AI

Proficiency in C++ and Python

Familiarity with GPU programming (CUDA, OpenCL, or similar) is a plus, but not required

Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow) and applying neural networks to graphics, simulation, or generative models is a strong plus

Preferred

Relevant publications in top-tier computer graphics, vision, or ML conferences/journals (e.g., SIGGRAPH, ICCV, CVPR, NeurIPS)

A solid background in both 3D computer graphics and AI is preferred

Benefits

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 per year

17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure)

Company

TikTok

Glassdoor3.4

TikTok is a short-form video entertainment app and social network platform. It is a sub-organization of ByteDance.

Founded in 2003

Los Angeles, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.tiktok.com

H1B Sponsorship

TikTok has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship

Represents job field similar to this job

Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (979)

2024 (601)

2023 (387)

2022 (322)

2021 (133)

2020 (72)