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Product Lifecycle Management roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related technical field. Australian PLM professionals benefit from no lottery and indefinite two-year renewals, making long-term U.S. career planning more predictable than any H-1B visa pathway.
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Join our TikTok USDS JV HR team as the Lifecycle Operations Lead. In this leadership role, you will drive operational excellence, scale HR infrastructure, and manage a dedicated team of HR Operations Specialists supporting our USDS employee lifecycle. Partnering closely with business leaders, HR Business Partners (HRBPs), Legal, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and Global Centers of Excellence (COEs), you will design, optimize, and execute compliant, high-touch people operations in a dynamic, highly regulated environment.
Responsibilities
- Operational Strategy & Execution: Oversee the end-to-end employee lifecycle operations for USDS JV, including high-volume onboarding, background checks, job status changes, and offboarding, ensuring 100% data integrity and compliance.
- Process Scaling & Continuous Improvement: Architect scalable, standardized HR workflows by identifying operational gaps, automating manual touchpoints, and driving lean continuous improvement initiatives.
- Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner cross-functionally with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, Employee Relations, and Employment Legal to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline cross-functional workflows.
- HR Helpdesk Support: Oversee HR helpdesk operations, ticketing systems, and knowledge base frameworks to deliver timely, empathetic employee support.
- HRIS Governance & Data Analytics: Oversee system data integrity across Workday, Equifax, Sterling, HR tools, and internal databases. Build executive-level reporting frameworks, audit workflows, and leverage data analytics to identify trends and operational risks.
- Escalation & Compliance Management: Serve as the senior point of contact for complex operational issues, policy interpretations, compliance audits, and sensitive employee inquiries.
- Project and Change Management: Lead strategic HR Operations initiatives, technology implementations, change management programs, and policy updates across the USDS ecosystem.
- Vendor & Partner Governance: Manage relationships, performance SLAs, and contractual compliance for third-party HR vendors (background screening, verification).
- People Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team of HR Operations Specialists/Coordinators. Establish operational SLAs and KPIs, balance bandwidth, drive accountability, and foster continuous professional development within the team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of progressive experience in HR Operations, People Operations, or HR Service Delivery within a fast-paced or hyper-growth environment.
- 3+ years of direct people management experience leading and developing HR Operations professionals or specialists.
- Proven experience working with enterprise HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and integration tools (e.g., Sterling, Equifax, Service-Now, Jira).
- In-depth understanding of US employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and regulatory audit frameworks.
- Strong analytical skills with a track record of using data to drive operational decisions, build dashboards, and establish operational SLAs/KPIs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience operating within a highly regulated environment, joint venture (JV), or complex global tech matrix organization.
- Demonstrated track record of scaling HR processes, implementing ticketing/helpdesk solutions, and driving process automation.
- Exceptional project management skills (PMP or Agile/Lean certification is a plus).
- Superior communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and handle high-sensitivity escalations with discretion.
ABOUT USDS
TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is dedicated to the safety and security of millions of Americans who create, discover, and connect with what they love on the apps we operate. The Joint Venture has been established in compliance with the Executive Order signed by President Trump on September 25, 2025. Our foundation is a comprehensive data privacy and cybersecurity program we operate under defined safeguards to protect national security and secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm. We safeguard the U.S. content ecosystem, holding decision-making authority for trust and safety policies and moderation. USDS Joint Venture helps ensure Americans can continue to express their creativity, discover new hobbies and interests, and build thriving communities and businesses on a global scale. On-site presence across teams allows the company to operate with greater speed, alignment, and agility — especially in areas like real-time decision-making, team development, and integrated execution. As such, the company is shifting from a hybrid work model to a fully in-person schedule up to 5 days a week.
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.
USDS REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
USDS 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/USDS-RA.
JOB INFORMATION
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $112640 - $280800 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.
INTRODUCTION
Join our TikTok USDS JV HR team as the Lifecycle Operations Lead. In this leadership role, you will drive operational excellence, scale HR infrastructure, and manage a dedicated team of HR Operations Specialists supporting our USDS employee lifecycle. Partnering closely with business leaders, HR Business Partners (HRBPs), Legal, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and Global Centers of Excellence (COEs), you will design, optimize, and execute compliant, high-touch people operations in a dynamic, highly regulated environment.
Responsibilities
- Operational Strategy & Execution: Oversee the end-to-end employee lifecycle operations for USDS JV, including high-volume onboarding, background checks, job status changes, and offboarding, ensuring 100% data integrity and compliance.
- Process Scaling & Continuous Improvement: Architect scalable, standardized HR workflows by identifying operational gaps, automating manual touchpoints, and driving lean continuous improvement initiatives.
- Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner cross-functionally with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, Employee Relations, and Employment Legal to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline cross-functional workflows.
- HR Helpdesk Support: Oversee HR helpdesk operations, ticketing systems, and knowledge base frameworks to deliver timely, empathetic employee support.
- HRIS Governance & Data Analytics: Oversee system data integrity across Workday, Equifax, Sterling, HR tools, and internal databases. Build executive-level reporting frameworks, audit workflows, and leverage data analytics to identify trends and operational risks.
- Escalation & Compliance Management: Serve as the senior point of contact for complex operational issues, policy interpretations, compliance audits, and sensitive employee inquiries.
- Project and Change Management: Lead strategic HR Operations initiatives, technology implementations, change management programs, and policy updates across the USDS ecosystem.
- Vendor & Partner Governance: Manage relationships, performance SLAs, and contractual compliance for third-party HR vendors (background screening, verification).
- People Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team of HR Operations Specialists/Coordinators. Establish operational SLAs and KPIs, balance bandwidth, drive accountability, and foster continuous professional development within the team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of progressive experience in HR Operations, People Operations, or HR Service Delivery within a fast-paced or hyper-growth environment.
- 3+ years of direct people management experience leading and developing HR Operations professionals or specialists.
- Proven experience working with enterprise HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and integration tools (e.g., Sterling, Equifax, Service-Now, Jira).
- In-depth understanding of US employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and regulatory audit frameworks.
- Strong analytical skills with a track record of using data to drive operational decisions, build dashboards, and establish operational SLAs/KPIs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience operating within a highly regulated environment, joint venture (JV), or complex global tech matrix organization.
- Demonstrated track record of scaling HR processes, implementing ticketing/helpdesk solutions, and driving process automation.
- Exceptional project management skills (PMP or Agile/Lean certification is a plus).
- Superior communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and handle high-sensitivity escalations with discretion.
ABOUT USDS
TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is dedicated to the safety and security of millions of Americans who create, discover, and connect with what they love on the apps we operate. The Joint Venture has been established in compliance with the Executive Order signed by President Trump on September 25, 2025. Our foundation is a comprehensive data privacy and cybersecurity program we operate under defined safeguards to protect national security and secure U.S. user data, apps and the algorithm. We safeguard the U.S. content ecosystem, holding decision-making authority for trust and safety policies and moderation. USDS Joint Venture helps ensure Americans can continue to express their creativity, discover new hobbies and interests, and build thriving communities and businesses on a global scale. On-site presence across teams allows the company to operate with greater speed, alignment, and agility — especially in areas like real-time decision-making, team development, and integrated execution. As such, the company is shifting from a hybrid work model to a fully in-person schedule up to 5 days a week.
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.
USDS REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
USDS 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/USDS-RA.
JOB INFORMATION
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $112640 - $280800 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Product Lifecycle Management
Align your degree to PLM specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to match the role directly. A degree in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or industrial engineering supports PLM sponsorship. A general business degree often doesn't, even with years of PLM experience.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed LCAs for PLM, PDM, or product engineering roles. Companies already familiar with the E-3 visa process move faster from offer to sponsorship than those filing for the first time.
Prepare a PLM tool portfolio before interviews
U.S. hiring managers for PLM roles expect hands-on familiarity with platforms like Teamcenter, Windchill, or Agile. Document your specific implementations, not just general exposure, to demonstrate the specialized expertise that justifies an E-3 specialty occupation classification.
Use Migrate Mate to handle your LCA and filing
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment can be scheduled. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation so no step delays your start date.
Negotiate your offer above the prevailing wage tier
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your PLM role and location. Accepting an offer at exactly the threshold leaves no buffer if DOL recalculates the wage level between filing and your start date.
Clarify multi-site work arrangements before filing
PLM roles often involve work across multiple facilities or client sites. Each worksite location must be covered by a separate LCA. Confirm with your employer which sites are included before filing to avoid compliance gaps that could affect your status.
E-3 Visa Product Lifecycle Management: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Product Lifecycle Management jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 sponsorship roles. You can filter by job title and industry to find PLM positions at employers with E-3 filing experience. This is more targeted than searching general job boards, where E-3 sponsorship status is rarely disclosed upfront.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Product Lifecycle Management role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or manufacturing engineering. Roles that accept any degree or treat the degree as optional rather than required can fail the specialty occupation test. The job description wording your employer uses on the LCA matters significantly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for PLM professionals?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap, so there's no random selection risk that blocks you from starting work. H-1B requires cap registration in April with roughly a one-in-four selection chance, then a six-month wait. For PLM professionals with Australian citizenship, the E-3 allows a direct path from job offer to U.S. employment within weeks, not years.
Can I change PLM employers after arriving on an E-3?
Yes, but your E-3 status is tied to your sponsoring employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa before starting work, which typically requires a return trip to an Australian consulate. There's no portability provision equivalent to H-1B's AC21 rule, so plan the transition timeline carefully.