Based in San Jose, CA on site, the Product Operations Specialist will support the migration, landing, and ongoing operational execution of TikTok USDS Joint Venture corporate systems, partnering with Product Managers to drive cross-functional alignment, compliance, localization, and user-centered improvements.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Product Managers to plan and execute end-to-end landing and migration of corporate systems, crafting detailed operational playbooks, deployment timelines, and change management strategies to minimize business disruption.
- Translate complex legal, regulatory, and data isolation requirements into standardized operational workflows; monitor on-ground compliance and relay gaps to Product Management and Engineering for iterative product improvements.
- Serve as a liaison among global information systems teams, TikTok JV, and R&D to align stakeholders and ensure global systems are localized and adopted.
- Represent TikTok JV internal users as the voice of the user, establish feedback loops, analyze pain points and performance data, and drive improvements in collaboration with the Product team.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures and training programs to scale system adoption, promote self-service tools, and implement data-driven operational workflows.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in UX Design, Business Administration, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in Product Operations, Program Management, or IT Project Management, preferably within enterprise software, SaaS, or complex corporate systems.
- Proven track record supporting large-scale system migrations, product launches, or enterprise-wide digital transformations from an operational perspective.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams (PM, R&D, Legal, Compliance) and manage expectations in ambiguous situations.
- Strong ownership and resilience with a 0 to 1 mindset, capable of navigating complex organizational structures and delivering results independently.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
- 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
About TikTok USDS Joint Venture
TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC focuses on safeguarding and supporting the ecosystem for creators, discoverers, and communities across the platform. The team emphasizes speed, alignment, and agility through on-site collaboration, enabling real-time decision making and integrated execution.
The organization is moving toward a fully in-person schedule, with on-site work reinforcing cross-functional teamwork and rapid execution across teams.
Why join us
TikTok's mission centers on inspiring creativity and helping people express themselves, discover, and connect. The product ecosystem is designed to empower authentic expression, with teams worldwide collaborating to support this vision.
The organization values curiosity, humility, and impact in a fast-growing tech environment, encouraging continuous learning and collaborative problem solving under an Always Day 1 mindset.
Diversity & Inclusion: TikTok commits to an inclusive workplace where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. The company seeks to reflect the diverse communities it serves and fosters an environment that respects all voices.
Reasonable Accommodation
USDS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. To request an accommodation, please reach out at the following link: USDS Accommodation.
Job Information
Base salary range for this role in San Jose, CA is USD 88,000 to USD 202,667 per year. Compensation may vary outside this range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and location. Base pay may be complemented by discretionary bonuses or incentives and restricted stock units as part of the total package. Benefits described above apply from day one, with adjustments possible as policies change.
Location note: San Jose, CA (onsite).
Los Angeles County (unincorporated) candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act and the California Fair Chance Act.
