TikTok

TikTok is a short-form video sharing and social media platform owned by ByteDance Ltd. It allows users worldwide to create, discover, and share entertaining content. TikTok operates independently from mainland China, with headquarters in Los Angeles and Singapore. The platform fosters creativity and community, supporting economic growth for creators and businesses through features like shoppable videos, LIVE streams, and personalized feeds. A key offering is TikTok Shop, an integrated e-commerce platform that enables in-app purchases, allowing users to shop seamlessly while engaging with content. Since its launch in 2021, TikTok Shop has rapidly grown, becoming a significant player in online retail. The platform also provides advertising solutions, including real-time campaign tools and targeted ads, helping brands connect with engaged audiences. TikTok serves as a valuable resource for small businesses and global brands across various sectors, including food, beauty, and fashion.

Entertainment Los Angeles, United States Founded 2016 ~32,547 employees

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Employees
32,547
+0.7% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$707K
Revenue ~$23B
12-month attrition
14.6%
Tech: 20.4%
H1B filings, FY2026
471
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

TikTok went from 31,632 employees in Oct 2024 to 32,547 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 1,801 people joined, 1,227 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Marketing10,935
Other9,234
Engineering5,705
Operations2,564
Sales1,115
Product755
Design710
HR684

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering1855
Marketing178
Operations150
IT116
Consulting74

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 471 filings.

Salaries at TikTok

All salaries

17 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

Layoffs

Details

625 roles cut in the last 12 months.

  • Aug 2026 · 75 roles · Los Angeles, United States
  • Aug 2026 · 250 roles · Nashville, United States
  • Jul 2026 · 300 roles · Dublin, Ireland
  • Aug 2025 · London, United Kingdom
  • Jul 2025 · Dublin, United States
  • Mar 2025 · 300 roles · Dublin, United States

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TikTok FAQ

How many employees does TikTok have?

TikTok has about 32,547 employees, up 0.7% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does TikTok sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. TikTok filed 471 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

Has TikTok had layoffs in 2026?

Yes. TikTok has reported 625 layoffs in 2026, most recently on Aug 19, 2026.

What is TikTok's revenue per employee?

TikTok makes about $707K in revenue per employee, based on $23B annual revenue and 32,547 employees.

How much does TikTok pay?

6figr has 17 salary profiles for TikTok in the US and 1 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the TikTok salaries page. See TikTok salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.