Senior Software Engineer - Virtualization

1 Month ago • 4-8 Years • Full Stack Development • $194,000 PA - $355,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The PICO Foundation team at ByteDance builds core technologies for immersive XR experiences, encompassing runtime software, developer SDKs, and game engines. This Senior Software Engineer role focuses on developing and adapting the Android emulator environment, integrating various modules, optimizing performance, and designing new features. Responsibilities include troubleshooting emulator issues, working with GPU virtualization solutions (API forwarding and virtio-gpu), and proficiency in graphics APIs like OpenGL ES or Vulkan is required. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth QEMU/KVM virtualization knowledge and familiarity with industry-leading emulators like AVD.
Must have:
  • Deep understanding of QEMU/KVM virtualization
  • AVD emulator architecture familiarity
  • GPU virtualization implementation knowledge (API forwarding, virtio-gpu)
  • Proficiency in OpenGL ES or Vulkan
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with MoltenVK, ANGLE, or Gfxstream
Perks:
  • 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, 10 paid sick days, 17 days of Paid Personal Time

Job Details

Responsibilities
About the Team: The PICO Foundation team builds the core technologies to make the immersive XR experience possible. From runtime software to developer SDK and game engines, the team is responsible for creating and optimizing XR technologies vertically across the software stacks, empowering our developers to create the best XR applications. Your responsibilities would include: - Development and adaptation of the Android emulator environment. - Integration and adaptation of various modules related to the emulator, including updates and troubleshooting common issues. - Optimization of the emulator, as well as validation and new features design.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: - In-depth understanding of the technical details of the QEMU/KVM virtualization solution. - Familiarity with the architecture of industry-leading emulators such as AVD. - Familiarity with the implementation of GPU virtualization solutions, including API forwarding and virtio-gpu. - Proficiency in at least one of the graphics APIs, such as OpenGL ES or Vulkan. Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with MoltenVK, ANGLE, or Gfxstream
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $194000 - $355000 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.

About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico 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 ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are 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 enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, 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. 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

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

ByteDance 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

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