Software Engineer

1 Week ago • 2 Years + • Monetization • $146,307 PA - $250,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance seeks Software Engineers to design and develop kernel modules and core features for cloud-native distributed analytical database systems. Responsibilities involve solving complex technical problems at scale, collaborating with PMs and engineers, participating in technical discussions, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have experience in C/C++, Python, distributed systems verification, version control (Git, Bash, Pipeline), and the full software development lifecycle. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience with one year in each of the specified areas (C/C++ implementation, distributed systems verification, version control, SDLC, and software maintenance).
Must have:
  • C/C++ implementation
  • Distributed systems verification (Python/C++)
  • Version control (Git/Bash/Pipeline)
  • Full SDLC experience
  • Software maintenance & debugging
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 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. About the Team Our team plays a crucial role in ensuring the company’s success. We seek people who are willing to learn and put in the effort to solve problems. Our challenges are not your regular day-to-day problems - you’ll be part of a team that’s developing new solutions to new challenges. It’s working fast, at scale, and we’re making a difference. We are looking for talents to join us on this exciting journey! Responsibilities Design and develop kernel modules or core features for cloud-native distributed analytical database systems. Solve unique, large-scale, highly complex technical problems. Partner with PMs, engineers from different teams on building robust, and scalable big data infrastructure. Participate in technical discussions related to team’s product and engineering work. Mentor junior engineers.
Qualifications
Qualifications Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering (any), Information Technology, or a related field, and 2 years of related work experience. Of the required experience, must have 1 year of experience in each of the following: Implementing design features and functionality C or C++; Verifying and monitoring distributed systems using Python or C++, including end to end testing, compatibility testing, integration testing, stress testing, and failure ingestion testing; Version control of codebase using Pipeline, Bash, or Git; Working across all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering and analysis, design, development, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance of back-end and cloud native projects; and Maintaining and debugging software services. Type: Full time, 40 hours/week Location: San Jose, CA Salary Range: $146307 - $250000 per year To Apply, click the apply button below. Contact lpresumes@bytedance.com if you have difficulty submitting resume through the website. ByteDance Inc. 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 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. 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 lpresumes@bytedance.com. #LI-DNI #IND-DNI
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $146307 - $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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