Data Center System Software Engineering Manager

3 Hours ago • 5 Years +

About the job

SummaryBy Outscal

Lead a team of engineers to develop and optimize system software for ByteDance's data center infrastructure. Must have 5+ years of experience in system software development (OS, Kernel, Storage, Networking, or Compiler), strong leadership skills, and in-depth knowledge of server architecture, CPU/GPU architecture, or data center networking.
Responsibilities
About ByteDance Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content. --- Why Join Us Creation is the core of ByteDance's purpose. Our products are built to help imagination thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make our innovations possible. Together, we inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we aim towards achieving every day. To us, every challenge, no matter how ambiguous, is an opportunity; to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one team. Status quo? Never. Courage? Always. At ByteDance, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact, for ourselves, our company, and the users we serve. Join us. --- About the team ByteDance System Technology & Engineering(STE) team has been committed to the research and engineering development in the basic technology fields, such as operating system kernel and virtualization, construction and performance optimization of basic system software and library, stability and reliability assurance of large-scale data center, collaborative design of next-generation general-purpose&heterogeneous hardware and software, etc. Armed with comprehensive and solid software engineering capabilities, the team aims to guarantee day-to-day business operations of ByteDance Inc. Meanwhile, the team actively follows the new technology trend, and embraces open source communities and industry standards. About the Role: We are seeking a Data Center System Software Engineering Manager for our System Technology and Engineering Global Team based in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will drive the end-to-end delivery of systemic software for our data center infrastructure and collaborate with various teams to support ByteDance's innovative products that bring joy to users around the globe. Key Responsibilities - Serve as the bridge between teams across countries, collaborating closely with the data center infrastructure team, computing resource management team, SRE team, and business teams in different areas. You'll focus on stability engineering, performance optimization, and the co-design of system-level hardware and software, delivering impactful results in data center system software to support ByteDance's business development. - Initiate and manage complex, cross-functional programs, leading all aspects of program delivery. - Create and maintain the team’s roadmap. - Define strategies for driving programs and continuously seek improvements using data-driven methods. Project Management: - Create and maintain project schedules and define key milestones - Track progress, identify and mitigate risks, and remove obstacles - Lead Agile/Scrum teams as a coach or Scrum Master - Foster a culture that embodies ByteDance's principles and values
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - 5 years of experience in system software development (OS, Kernel, Storage, Networking, or Compiler). - Strong project ownership and leadership experience, with a proven track record of leading teams of over 10 members. - In-depth knowledge of at least two of the following areas: server architecture, CPU/GPU architecture, server firmware, OS, Linux kernel, data center networking, data center storage, or compiler technologies. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrating self-motivation, autonomy, and strong decision-making capabilities. - A passion for the internet industry and a commitment to addressing global-scale challenges. Preferred Qualifications: - Contributions to open-source projects or research publications in relevant areas - Experience with large-scale data center environments or hyperscale technology companies - Track record of significantly improving system performance in large-scale environments - Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI/ML infrastructure, edge computing, or quantum computing - Experience with performance analysis and optimization tools - Strong mentorship skills and experience in building high-performing engineering teams - Active participation in industry conferences or technical communities What We Offer: - Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology at a global scale of ByteDance - Collaborative and innovative work environment - Competitive salary and benefits package - Professional development and growth opportunities - Chance to make a significant impact on ByteDance's global infrastructure --- ByteDance 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 ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. 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. ByteDance Inc. 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://shorturl.at/cdpT2
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $254562 - $427196 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.

Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care.

Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability.

We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. 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.

$254.6K - $427.2K/yr (Outscal est.)
$340.9K/yr avg.
San Jose, California, United States

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