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Software Development Engineer (SDN Traffic Intelligence & Control)

52 Minutes ago • All levels • Network Engineering • $145,000 PA - $250,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance seeks a Software Development Engineer specializing in SDN Traffic Intelligence & Control to join their team. Responsibilities include building software control systems for network resource management (especially long-haul bandwidth), developing host/gateway network traffic monitoring and control capabilities, and collaborating with operations teams to ensure bandwidth and performance for various business needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong networking background, solid software development skills, deep understanding of routing protocols, and experience with container techniques for network emulation. A PhD in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field is required, along with proficiency in Go, C++, or Python and in-depth knowledge of networking protocols and the TCP/IP stack.
Must have:
  • PhD in CS/Networking
  • Proficiency in Go/C++/Python
  • Deep understanding of networking protocols
  • Experience in bandwidth management
  • Distributed systems design & development
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with Linux OS and networking
  • Experience with distributed rate limiting
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Wellbeing benefits

Job Details

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 imaginations 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. Team Introduction ByteDance Networking brings together innovative ideas and technologies from network architecture, software defined networking (SDN), network virtualization, switch software and hardware co-design, and high-speed networking, to create hyperscale data-center networking solutions that power several of the most popular apps of the world such as Douyin and TikTok which serve hundreds of millions of users around the globe. Responsibilities We are looking for candidates with strong networking background and solid software development skills, who have a deep understanding in routing protocols and/or can utilize container techniques in emulating production networks to help operators maintain Bytedance's networking infrastructure safely and confidently. Successful candidates must be able to commit by 12/15/2025 We will prioritize candidates who are able to commit to these start dates. Please state your availability and graduation date clearly in your resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply early. Candidates can apply for a maximum of TWO positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you applied for. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance and its affiliates' jobs globally. Responsibilities - Build software control systems to manage the network resources, especially the long haul bandwidth; - Build host/gateway end-side network traffic monitoring, analysis and control capabilities; - Working with network operation and planning teams to support bandwidth and performance requirements for upper-layer computing, storage, recommendation and other businesses, and provide fault analysis and resolving capabilities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - Current year or recent PhD graduate with a background in computer science, network engineering or a related field; - Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Go, C++, or Python, with a strong foundation in designing and developing distributed systems; - In-depth understanding of networking protocols and the TCP/IP stack; - Practical or research experience in the areas of bandwidth management or distributed rate limiting systems/algorithms will be considered particularly favorable. Preferred Qualifications - In-depth understanding of networking protocols and the TCP/IP stack; familiarity with Linux operating systems and networking functionalities is highly advantageous. - Practical or research experience in the areas of bandwidth management or distributed rate limiting systems/algorithms will be considered particularly favorable. 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 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 #LI-Onsite
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $145000 - $250000 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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