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Software Engineer, Data Security

1 Hour ago • 3-5 Years • Cyber Security • Monetization • $145,000 PA - $280,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance seeks Backend Engineers for its Security team in San Jose to build data security and privacy infrastructure. Responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, and maintaining data security systems; deploying and troubleshooting large distributed systems; optimizing system performance; analyzing product needs and security objectives; researching privacy-preserving technologies; managing project priorities; and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses strong programming skills, experience with distributed systems, and a passion for data security and privacy.
Must have:
  • Design, develop, and maintain data security infrastructure
  • Deploy and operate large distributed systems
  • Optimize system reliability, availability, and performance
  • Experience with web application development, Unix/Linux, or distributed systems
  • Excellent programming and debugging skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with Java, C/C++, Python, or Go
  • Master's/PhD degree in relevant field
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off
  • Wellbeing benefits

Job Details

Responsibilities
Team Introduction We are looking for Backend Engineers to join our Security team in building data security and privacy infrastructure that seamlessly and transparently applies industry-leading technologies to every ByteDance employee's day-to-day workflow. Our goal is to establish privacy-by-design practices, cultivate a trustworthy relationship with governments and regulators, and create a highly efficient and less intrusive global collaborative work environment. You will have the opportunity to work closely with product and infra teams around the world, identify opportunities, define innovative ways to build a safe and trustworthy environment for our users, and help shape the future of ByteDance. Responsibilities - Design, develop, test, maintain and continuously improve ByteDance's data security and privacy infrastructure - Deploy, troubleshoot, and operate large distributed systems - Optimize reliability, availability and performance of globally distributed systems - Analyze product needs and security & privacy objectives to deliver results aligned with project goals - Research on cutting-edge privacy preserving technologies and apply into real-world engineering and business scenarios - Manage individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables - Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work in rapid product development
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other relevant majors with 3+ year of work experience - Excellent programming, debugging, and optimization skills in general purpose programming languages - Ability to think critically and to formulate solutions to problems in a clear, concise and timely manner - Experience working with two or more from the following: web application development, Unix/Linux environments, mobile application development, distributed and parallel systems, developing large software systems, and/or security software development Preferred Requirements - Master/PhD degree, further education or 4~5 plus years of working experience preferred in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other relevant majors - Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages including but not limited to: Java, C/C++, C#, Objective C, Python, JavaScript, or Go - Experience dealing with production issues at scale
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $145000 - $280000 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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