Global Head of Legal, Global Payments

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Responsibilities About the Team: Our Global Legal team provides key support for all TikTok’s innovative initiatives, state-of-the-art products, and integrated platforms servicing our global video market. We help our technological and business teams enable their vision by providing integrated legal guidance and support. The Global Payment business (referred to as PIPO) provides an important role in the monetization of Bytedance products, but is also in the heavily regulated industry of financial services that requires a specific expertise and attention to regulatory compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will have a good background in the global payments industry, as well as excellent judgment, acute ability to identify issues of first impression, and have the courage to counsel a fast-moving business. The following describes the responsibilities and requirements for the role. Responsibilities: - Serve as the lead legal business partner and counsel for the Global Payments organization leading a team of legal professionals across all payment matters globally - Advise the Global Payment team on a range of issues including payments, regulatory, consumer protection, marketing, intellectual property, risk assessment/compliance and data privacy related to Bytedance payment activities worldwide with both businesses and consumers. - Structure, draft and negotiate channel partner agreements with our payment partners - Actively collaborate with a wide variety of internal stakeholders, including product, engineering, compliance, marketing, business development on a range of issues related to product development and commercialization of global payment projects and services - Work closely with colleagues across the global legal team to advise on payment issues in connection with the launch of projects or programs in the destination countries/regions. - Help build scalable and effective processes for legal review and launch of new payment features and products - Stay up-to-date and serve as the subject matter expert of financial service regulations for ByteDance, including payments, money transmission, virtual currency, gifts, stored value card, KYC and KYB - Participate as a proactive business partner for senior managers and build a trusted advisor relationship Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: - Qualified lawyer with proven experience in-house supporting global payment companies. Global exposure and experience gained in the Fintech startup space would be highly advantageous. - Familiar with the payments and financial services sector to counsel and assist with licensing and compliance requirements. - An entrepreneurial spirit – a self-starter who thrives in a fast paced environment, deals well with ambiguity and focuses on driving impact - A passion for technology and the ability to understand complex business models and product use cases quickly - Excellent judgment and capable of making smart decisions with imperfect information - Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and presentation skills - Independent, hard-working, well organized and able to prioritize and manage numerous projects simultaneously and ability to work under tight deadlines 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 https://tinyurl.com/RA-request Job Information 【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $229900 - $468160 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. 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Lead Solutions Engineer

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here: Building the future of Disney’s media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry – matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Ad Platforms is responsible for Disney’s industry-leading ad technology and products – driving advertising performance, innovation, and value in Disney’s sports, news, and entertainment content, across all media platforms. The Ad Platforms Technical Operations team seeks an experienced Lead Solutions Engineer to oversee and ensure the optimal performance of our Live Dynamic Ad Insertion (DAI) channel. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex and technical problems and has experience in the Live DAI field. You will need proven leadership skills, a sense of urgency, experience with critical service operations, and the ability to problem-solve in high volume production environments. This is an exciting opportunity for a digital media enthusiast to join the fast-paced, talented professionals on the Ad Platform team. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain operational dashboards in Conviva, Datadog, Snowflake, etc. Establish channel-specific key performance metrics (KPM) to track channel and deliver monthly KPM reports to diverse audience of advertising stakeholders Maintain detailed operational documentation for both internal and external consumption. Investigate complex issues, diagnose product bugs, and resolve requests Work with team to develop strategies to automate operational DAI workflows for live event management and addressable linear programming Develop strong partnerships with ad sales, account managers, engineering, infrastructure, design, and production teams to deliver strategic and tactical channel objectives. Assist in creating channel-specific onboarding and cross-training documentationRequired Qualifications: 7 years of experience in digital advertising operations or support, preferably with a focus in video advertising technology. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Broadcasting, Digital Media, related technical fields, or equivalent experience Experience with OTT streaming technologies including HLS and MPEG-DASH Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and partner across multiple teams and organizations Strong understanding of digital advertising specs including VAST, VMAP, SCTE, etc. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to technical and unacquainted audiences Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations Strong presentation and documentation skills including experience working with Confluence, PowerPoint, and LucidChart Strong analytical and critical thinking skillsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with live event management for high concurrency eventsExperience with digital advertising systems and ecosystems Experience with terminal commands, and scripting languages for task automation and debugging Experience tracing ad calls using proxy and debugging tools to decode VAST Experience with ad event tracking, log-level data processing, and reporting for ad campaign performance. DISNEYTECH The hiring range for this position in California is $138,900.00 to $186,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. J-18808-Ljbffr

Director of Consumer Sales

About the job Director of Consumer SalesDirector of Consumer Sales Job Description As the Director of Consumer Sales, you will play a key role in shaping and executing our customer-focused strategy. You will lead efforts to drive sales growth and ensure every customer interaction reflects excellence, creating a seamless and engaging experience throughout their journey with our company. In this role, you will oversee: Retail Distribution Manage inventory, vendor partnerships, product placement, and logistics to deliver timely, effective solutions to retail partners. Inside Sales Lead a team handling customer inquiries, qualifying leads, preparing proposals, and achieving sales targets through consistent customer engagement. Solar Design Sales Guide the team that consults with customers, develops system designs and proposals, and ensures accuracy by working closely with operations and technical teams. A successful candidate must be able to: Develop and implement a comprehensive customer experience strategy aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives. Lead and inspire a team of CX and retail sales professionals, fostering a culture of customer-centricity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with customer experience and sales goals. Analyze and map the customer journey, identifying pain points and opportunities for improvement. Implement strategies to enhance customer touch-points throughout their journey. Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve revenue and growth targets. Lead and mentor a team of sales professionals, setting sales targets, and evaluating their performance. Create sales forecasts and budgets, monitoring progress, and making necessary adjustments. Collect, analyze, and act upon customer feedback, reviews, and surveys to drive continuous improvement. Utilize data and analytics to identify trends and insights, making data-driven decisions to enhance sales CX. Identify and streamline internal processes that impact the customer experience. Implement best practices and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Stay up-to-date with CX technology trends and implement relevant tools to support customer interactions and data analysis. Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and report on the success of department initiatives. Collaborating with other departments, such as marketing and product development, to align strategies and achieve overall business goals. All other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Director of Consumer Sales - Senior 9/5/25 A successful candidate will demonstrate: Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizing the customer's needs and preferences above all else, and consistently advocating for their best interests throughout the organization. Empathy: Showing genuine understanding and compassion for customers' challenges and concerns, and actively seeking to address them. Effective Communication: Articulating the importance of customer experience to all levels of the organization and fostering open, transparent communication channels. Leadership: Inspiring and motivating teams to deliver exceptional customer service and encouraging a culture where employees take ownership of customer satisfaction. Data-Driven Decision-Making: Relying on customer data and feedback to make informed decisions about CX strategies and improvements. Problem-Solving: Identifying pain points in the customer journey and proactively finding creative solutions to address them. Adaptability: Remaining flexible and responsive to changing customer needs and market conditions, and adjusting strategies accordingly. Collaboration: Working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of retail sales and CX initiatives with broader company goals. Accountability: Taking responsibility for the success of retail sales and CX initiatives and being willing to be held accountable for results. The ability to lead, inspire, and motivate a sales team to achieve targets and excel in their roles. A deep understanding of sales strategies, techniques, and processes to drive revenue growth. The capacity to develop and execute sales strategies that align with the company's overall goals and market trends. Qualifications: 10 plus years of proven experience in a senior level customer experience and sales leadership role. Strong leadership and team management skills. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Physical Requirements: This position may require the ability to perform tasks that involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting, computer work and other physical activities. Candidates should be able to meet these physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations. J-18808-Ljbffr

Principal Research Scientist, Database Systems

The mission of MongoDB Research is to advance the state of the art in database systems by conducting fundamental and applied research that directly impacts MongoDB's products. Our goal is to foster innovation that benefits MongoDB by addressing critical challenges in data management, performance optimization, security, scalability, and usability. Through collaboration, publication, and active engagement with leading research institutions, we strive to shape the future of database technology and ensure MongoDB remains at the forefront of innovation. We seek an exceptional researcher specializing in database systems with particular expertise in database architecture, including query optimization, storage engines, indexing, and multicore processing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong track record in designing and implementing highly performant database systems. This role can be in‑office, flexible, or based remotely in North America. Responsibilities Conduct innovative research in query optimization, indexing methods, storage engines, and performance optimization Design, prototype, and empirically evaluate novel database systems and architectures that leverage modern hardware features, such as SIMD parallelism, GPU acceleration, and multicore processing Collaborate closely with our Engineering teams to translate cutting‑edge research into practical solutions applicable in commercial database products Publish influential research outcomes in top‑tier database and systems conferences and journals (e.g., VLDB, SIGMOD) Build a Database Systems research group with a critical mass of 2‑3 researchers over the next 1‑2 years Mentor junior researchers, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment Qualifications Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field with a specialization in database systems 12 years of experience applying computer science concepts to large‑scale software development problems, including databases and distributed systems Proven track record of impactful research publications in top‑tier database and systems conferences and journals Demonstrated expertise in query optimization, efficient data structures, and high‑performance database architectures Strong background in performance engineering, hardware‑aware optimizations, and database engine internals Experience in building research prototypes and conducting rigorous empirical studies to validate theoretical models Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams Success metrics Within the first three months, you will have established working relationships with key stakeholders across Product and Engineering Within the first six months, you will have completed a review of the company’s database roadmap and identified opportunities for research impact. You will have established a clear research agenda for the team Within the first twelve months, you will have successfully attracted and interviewed researchers to join the team Other benefits for eligible employees may include: equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, flexible paid time off, 20 weeks fully‑paid gender‑neutral parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance, 401(k) plan, mental health counseling, access to transgender‑inclusive health insurance coverage, and health benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates. MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in the U.S. is: $168,000—$330,000 USD MongoDB, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and makes all hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. J-18808-Ljbffr

Editorial Director

Work Locations With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, AE Global Media operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales). Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT. Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Division Story Creativity and collaboration are at the heart of the AE Global Media Digital Content & Platforms team. Our Company mission and vision is to create illuminating and entertaining content for the most expansive audience possible by meeting audiences wherever and however they consume content, and this team is key to meeting that North Star. We are passionate about using technology in fresh ways and shaping narratives - from the first spark of an idea to their final digital form. As an employee of AE Global Media, you'll be part of a global media and entertainment company that values diversity, representation, flexibility and kindness. In fact, Forbes named us one of America's Best Midsize Employers for consecutive years, and Newsweek named us in their list of America's Most Loved Workplaces, as well as their list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, LGBTQ and Women employees. Job Description – Editorial Director The Editorial Director will play a key role in driving consumer engagement across the AE Global Media digital experience. The Editorial Director will oversee Digital Editorial Operations for AE Global Media brands - including History, Lifetime, A&E - to produce relevant and engaging content that goes far beyond linear television programming. The Editorial Director will articulate and implement a compelling vision for our content while also managing calendars, assigning stories, editing, and creating incredible content experiences across formats. You will also seek out dynamic storytellers and leverage a team of staff and freelance writers to create differentiated voices for each brand. The position reports to the SVP, Head of Editorial and Creative, and will manage a team of approximately seven people. WHAT YOU'LL DO Oversee strategic direction of AE Global Media editorial websites and content Oversee story planning and development Top edit and review content for publication, considering and balancing multiple factors Develop editorial calendars across History, A&E, and Lifetime Create and manage editorial processes, schedules, and workflows Work with Content Strategy team to review metrics methodically and frequently to apply toward editorial decisions including best practices for SEO/AEO Manage section editors and help them develop Collaborate with Programming to create content around shows, ensuring content is accurate, using approved images/languages, right with tone. Represent Editorial team to collaborate with other departments Explore innovative approaches to consumer engagement on sites (interactivity, etc.) BASIC REQUIREMENTS Minimum 10 years of progressive journalism experience, with a proven track record of managing successful editorial teams of at least 5-10 people Experience managing budgets Demonstrated effectiveness in managing complex editorial projects with multiple stakeholders Mastery of best practices for all aspects of editorial process for digital publications Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to articulate editorial strategies and outcomes clearly to internal and external stakeholders Proficiency with a CMS; familiarity with Airtable and metrics tools such as Adobe or Parse.ly Strong written and verbal communication skills. Deep understanding of journalistic standards and practices. Effective conflict resolution, problem-solving skills, and ability to build and nurture a team. Focus on data driven decision making. Ability to balance near term business needs with innovation for the future. BA/BS degree in related degree required. WHO YOU ARE A passionate storyteller with an inborn desire to create the best content experiences for audiences Extensive online editorial experience at a digitally native content company, newspaper, or magazine; TV experience is welcome, but not essential A manager with a contact list of great writers A track record of using content and content channels (social, email, etc.) to acquire audiences Success using photography, infographics, animations, and other visualizations to tell stories A keen understanding of how content choices impact products, and the chops to work with our Content Strategy, Product and Tech teams to find solutions that work for the consumer Charisma and interpersonal savvy to work with Marketing, Programming, Sales and other departments within the company. Success in this job will require showing how your content vision helps multiple departments succeed at their goals Understanding of how AI impacts the editorial landscape and how to use AI effectively Compensation Annual Pay Range: $133,477 - $156,168 Annual Incentive Target: 17.50% The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. AE offers a competitive total compensation package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at www.aegm.com/careers. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement AE Global Media proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company's employment actions and decisions - including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination - are made without regard to an employee's race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. AE Global Media is a joint venture of the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company. We are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer/disabled/veterans. J-18808-Ljbffr