Tech Lead, Research Scientist, Cloud & AI Computing - DPU/GPU/CPU

3 Months ago • 5-10 Years • Research Development • $212,800 PA - $389,500 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance's DPU team seeks a Tech Lead, Research Scientist specializing in Cloud & AI computing (DPU/GPU/CPU). Responsibilities include architecting next-generation kernel/virtualization/container systems based on DPUs, researching DPU software/hardware for CPU/GPU infrastructure, optimizing monitoring systems, exploring GPU virtualization and high-performance storage, and accelerating data center workloads (AI/ML, databases, serverless computing, etc.). This role requires a PhD, deep Linux kernel expertise (memory, KVM, scheduler, etc.), strong understanding of cloud services and AI applications, and data center infrastructure knowledge. Experience in software-hardware co-design and familiarity with GPU CUDA programming, SPDK, and DPDK are preferred.
Must have:
  • PhD in relevant field
  • Linux kernel expertise
  • Cloud & AI application understanding
  • Data center infrastructure knowledge
  • DPU architecture experience
Good to have:
  • 5+ years software-hardware co-design
  • GPU CUDA, SPDK, DPDK experience
  • VirtFS, CXL memory knowledge
Perks:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays and sick days
  • Paid Personal Time

Job Details

Responsibilities
About the Team The ByteDance DPU team is committed to building the computing infrastructure foundation of ByteDance and Volcano Engine Public Cloud. The team is committed to the architecture, development and cutting-edge research of software and hardware technologies (compute/network/storage) for Cloud & AI computing. The key technologies include virtualization Hypervisor, in-house high-performance userspace network protocol, high-speed interconnection, virtual network switch, high-performance storage, GPU virtualization/scheduling etc. Responsibilities - Responsible for the architecture of the next generation kernel/virtualization/container based on DPU and exploration of frontend technologies. - Responsible for the research and architecture of DPU software and hardware for both CPU-centric and GPU-centric infrastructure. - Responsible for optimizing the architecture, development, and performance of the monitoring system for CPU, network, storage, kernel in the data center infrastructure. - Responsible for cutting-edge exploration, architecture, development, and optimization of GPU virtualization and high performance storage & memory systems. - Responsible for the acceleration architecture for typical workloads in data center infrastructure such as AI/ML, databases, Serverless Computing, Big Data, etc.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification -With a research background and formal research training, a PhD is a MUST - Familiar with Linux kernel, proficient in kernel subsystems, such as memory, KVM, scheduler, Cgroup, network, storage, file system and other modules, and have relevant practical experience; - Have a deep understanding of Cloud Services & AI applications, including but not limited to Database Systems, Big data, Distributed Storage, Serverless computing, AI/ML inference & training, etc. - Familiar with data center infrastructure network traffic, understands IDC hardware, core components, and server architecture, and has system-level design experience for end-to-end performance, cost, and stability. - Familiar with x86 & ARM CPU architecture, familiar with CPU underlying performance tuning, understanding of network and storage protocols. Those who understand PCIE/RDMA/smartNIC technologies are preferred; Preferred Qualification - 5 years of experience in software-hardware co-design is preferred, with specific experience in developing distributed computing systems, high-speed interconnection, and distributed storage. - Familiar with GPU CUDA programming, userspace storage technology SPDK, network technology DPDK. Those who understand virtualization file system virtfs, CXL memory technologies are preferred
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $212800 - $389500 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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