TikTok

Lead Product Manager (PC & Desktop Recommendation) - TikTok Growth (San Jose)

TikTok$185K — $396K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of product management experience in consumer internet or digital media, focusing on Web/PC products
  • Deep understanding of web technologies and desktop interaction design patterns
  • Ability to distinguish between mobile-first and web-native user behaviors
  • Strong data-driven mindset with experience in defining KPI frameworks and conducting A/B testing
  • Proven track record of leading complex projects from concept to launch in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Own the product roadmap for TikTok on Desktop/PC, defining unique value propositions
  • Design and iterate on 'lean-back' consumption experiences and 'lean-in' interaction models for large screens
  • Partner with Mobile and Platform teams for seamless handoff experiences between App and Web
  • Lead the development of advanced web-based uploading, editing, and analytics tools for professional creators
  • Collaborate with Engineering to ensure high standards of performance and accessibility for the web platform
  • Adapt the PC Web experience for diverse global markets, addressing regional requirements

Benefits

  • Day one access to 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 and 10 paid sick days per year
  • 17 days of Paid Personal Time with increasing accruals by tenure
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

The User Growth (UG) team is responsible for the growth of TikTok. We help develop customized growth strategies for the products and utilize various marketing, product, and data analysis techniques to achieve business growth goals. You will lead the product strategy and execution for TikTok's Desktop/PC Web experience with a user-centric and "large-screen" mindset. You will own the full product lifecycle for the PC platform, transforming it from a companion interface into a primary destination for content consumption and creation. You will bridge the gap between Mobile and Desktop, delivering a seamless ecosystem that maximizes user engagement, retention, and creator productivity on the Web. Responsibilities - Own the product roadmap for TikTok Desktop/PC and define its unique large-screen value proposition. - Lead recommendation and personalization strategy for Web, partnering with algorithm and data teams to optimize feed ranking, session depth, retention, and creator discovery. - Design web-native user experiences optimized for mouse-and-keyboard interaction to increase engagement. - Build cross-device continuity between App and Web, leveraging shared user signals to improve recommendation quality and drive conversion.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification(s) - 5+ years of PM experience in consumer internet, preferably Web/PC products. - Experience with recommendation systems, ranking strategies, or feed-based products is preferred. - Strong data-driven mindset with hands-on experimentation experience. Preferred Qualification(s) - Strong cross-functional leadership skills across various cross-functional teams. - Experience in working with cross functional partners across different time zones, cultures and languages.

Job Information

[For Pay Transparency]Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $185600 - $396000 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.

About TikTok

TikTok is a social media app that allows users to create and share short videos. The app was launched in 2016 by Chinese tech company ByteDance. TikTok has become one of the most popular social media apps in the world, with over 1 billion active users. The app has been downloaded over 2 billion times worldwide. TikTok has faced controversy over its data privacy practices and its potential ties to the Chinese government. In 2020, the app faced a potential ban in the United States, but a deal was reached with Oracle and Walmart to create a new company called TikTok Global.
Learn more about TikTok
Size
1,750 employees
Industry
Founded
2012

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