What are the responsibilities and job description for the TikTok Shop - Data Scientist - US L2L Operations position at TikTok?
Responsibilities
We are looking to hire a Data Scientist to support the US L2L (Local to Local) Ops team, the largest business unit at US TikTok Shop responsible for executing category and vertical-specific strategies. This role will play a key part in driving high-impact Data Science support for the organization, partnering closely with Ops leaders to inform strategy, improve execution, and scale data-driven decision-making across categories. This role is also an opportunity to help shape the next phase of our Data Science organization, evolving towards an AI-first model, leveraging agentic systems and modern AI capabilities to transform how we operate and deliver impact. What You'll Do - Partner with US L2L (Local to Local) Ops leadership to drive data-informed strategy and execution across categories - Lead and execute high-impact analyses to diagnose performance and unlock growth opportunities - Build and scale analytical frameworks and data products to support operational decision-making - Develop AI-enabled workflows and tools (e.g., LLM-powered, agentic systems) to improve efficiency and insight generation - Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders - Identify opportunities to automate and scale DS support through AI and reusable solutions - Collaborate closely with Data Engineering, Ops, and Platform teams to deliver end-to-end solutions - Contribute to shaping best practices, standards, and ways of working for an AI DS organization
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification(s): - 6 years of experience in Data Science / Analytics / Applied ML with hands-on AI experience - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business problems into analytical solutions - Experience working with large-scale data and building end-to-end analyses or data products Preferred Qualification(s): - Exposure to or interest in AI/LLM systems and automation workflows (agentic systems is a strong plus) - Proven ability to operate in cross-functional, fast-paced environments - Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders - High ownership mindset with the ability to drive ambiguous problems to impact
Job Information
[For Pay Transparency]Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $208050 - $355680 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 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 to 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
We are looking to hire a Data Scientist to support the US L2L (Local to Local) Ops team, the largest business unit at US TikTok Shop responsible for executing category and vertical-specific strategies. This role will play a key part in driving high-impact Data Science support for the organization, partnering closely with Ops leaders to inform strategy, improve execution, and scale data-driven decision-making across categories. This role is also an opportunity to help shape the next phase of our Data Science organization, evolving towards an AI-first model, leveraging agentic systems and modern AI capabilities to transform how we operate and deliver impact. What You'll Do - Partner with US L2L (Local to Local) Ops leadership to drive data-informed strategy and execution across categories - Lead and execute high-impact analyses to diagnose performance and unlock growth opportunities - Build and scale analytical frameworks and data products to support operational decision-making - Develop AI-enabled workflows and tools (e.g., LLM-powered, agentic systems) to improve efficiency and insight generation - Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders - Identify opportunities to automate and scale DS support through AI and reusable solutions - Collaborate closely with Data Engineering, Ops, and Platform teams to deliver end-to-end solutions - Contribute to shaping best practices, standards, and ways of working for an AI DS organization
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification(s): - 6 years of experience in Data Science / Analytics / Applied ML with hands-on AI experience - Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business problems into analytical solutions - Experience working with large-scale data and building end-to-end analyses or data products Preferred Qualification(s): - Exposure to or interest in AI/LLM systems and automation workflows (agentic systems is a strong plus) - Proven ability to operate in cross-functional, fast-paced environments - Strong communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders - High ownership mindset with the ability to drive ambiguous problems to impact
Job Information
[For Pay Transparency]Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $208050 - $355680 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 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 to 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
Salary : $208,050 - $355,680