ByteDance · 4 hours ago
Research Intern(SDN Traffic Intelligence & Control) - 2026 Start (PhD)
San Jose, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$60/hr - $60/hr
Start in 2026ByteDance is a tech company founded in 2012, known for its innovative products like TikTok and CapCut. They are seeking a Research Intern for 2026 to contribute to research and development in network verification and traffic engineering, providing hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.
ContentData MiningFoundational AIInternetSocial Media
No H1B
Responsibilities
Engage in research and development efforts on Network Verification platforms (encompassing emulation, Control Plane Verification, and Data Plane Verification) to support network operators and architects in designing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting ByteDance's large-scale data center networks
Conduct development and research work on Network Traffic Engineering platforms to optimize global traffic control and network bandwidth management
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Proficiency in using one or several mainstream programming languages Go, C++, Python, has the ability to develop distributed software
Quick learning and adaptability; perseverance and spirit of studying technical details; good at communication and exchange
Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
Preferred
Demonstrated networking research experience from previous internship, work experience or publications
Research area related optimization, network traffic engineering or network verification
High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities
Benefits
Interns have day one access to health insurance
Life insurance
Wellbeing benefits and more
Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year
Paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year)
Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.
Company
ByteDance
ByteDance is a technology company that develops content creation platforms and services.
Founded in 2012
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8BKey Investors
Capital TodayG42Tiger Global Management
2025-11-20Secondary Market· $300M
2024-07-25Secondary Market
2023-03-14Secondary Market· $100M
Leadership Team
Jochen Bischoff
Head of Global Business Solutions - Africa
Matty Lin
General Manager, Global Business Solutions, KR
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