AI Security Researcher - Security - San Jose

5 Months ago • 5 Years + • Cyber Security • Artificial Intelligence • $210,000 PA - $358,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an AI Security Researcher at ByteDance, you'll be a vital part of their Security Engineering team, safeguarding TikTok products and infrastructure globally. Your responsibilities will include conducting in-depth research on AI security threats, developing mitigation strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate AI security measures, and staying updated on the latest trends in AI security. You'll leverage your expertise in AI/machine learning, particularly its security aspects, to contribute to a secure and robust AI environment.
Must have:
  • 5+ years AI/ML experience with security focus
  • Proven AI security research experience with publications
  • Proficient in Python, R, or Java and AI/ML frameworks
  • Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills
Good to have:
  • Ph.D. in CS, Cybersecurity, AI, or related fields
  • Experience developing and deploying secure AI systems
  • Prior experience in large-scale AI projects and research
Perks:
  • 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance
  • 75% premium coverage for dependents
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
  • Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO)
  • 10 paid sick days per year
  • 12 weeks of paid Parental leave
  • 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability
  • Mental and emotional health benefits through EAP and Lyra
  • 401K company match
  • Gym and cellphone service reimbursements

Job Details

Responsibilities
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 The Security Engineering team is a research and development (R&D) team that operates within the broader Security and Risk Control Organization. Their core responsibility is to construct, implement, and sustain secure infrastructures, platforms, and technologies. In addition, they provide support to cross-functional teams within the organization. The team's ultimate objective is to serve and safeguard TikTok products and infrastructures on a global scale. Responsibilities: 1. Conduct in-depth research on AI-specific security threats, including adversarial attacks, model tampering, and data privacy issues. 2. Develop and implement strategies to detect and mitigate AI security vulnerabilities in various domains, such as natural language processing, computer vision, and other machine learning areas. 3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI security measures into existing and new products. 4. Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in AI security, attending conferences and engaging with the broader research community.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications 1. 5+ years of experience in AI/machine learning, with a strong focus on security aspects. 2. Demonstrated experience in conducting AI security research with published papers or presentations in recognized forums. 3. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java, and familiarity with AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch. 4. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively about complex challenges. Preferred Qualifications 1. Ph.D. degree (or Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience) in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, AI, or related fields. 2. Hands-on experience in developing and deploying secure AI systems in a real-world setting. 3. Prior experience in industry or academic settings, working on large-scale AI projects and research. 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 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 https://shorturl.at/cdpT2
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (annually)

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $210000 - $358000 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.

Our company benefits are designed to convey company culture and values, to create an efficient and inspiring work environment, and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

We cover 100% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, approximately 75% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with a company match. As well as Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans. In addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) Options like Health Care, Limited Purpose and Dependent Care.

Our time off and leave plans are: 10 paid holidays per year plus 17 days of Paid Personal Time Off (PPTO) (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure) and 10 paid sick days per year as well as 12 weeks of paid Parental leave and 8 weeks of paid Supplemental Disability.

We also provide generous benefits like mental and emotional health benefits through our EAP and Lyra. A 401K company match, gym and cellphone service reimbursements. 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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