[Online Assessment]Network Software Development Engineer Intern (Network Switch) - 2026 Summer (BS/ MS) jobs in United States
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ByteDance · 10 hours ago

[Online Assessment]Network Software Development Engineer Intern (Network Switch) - 2026 Summer (BS/ MS)

positionUnited States
timeInternship
remoteRemote
seniorityIntern
money$45/hr - $45/hr
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

ByteDance is a global technology company known for its innovative products like TikTok and CapCut. They are seeking a Network Software Development Engineer Intern for Summer 2026, where the intern will design and test functionalities of the Network Operating System and research new networking technologies to enhance data center infrastructure.

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Responsibilities

Design and test core functionalities of the Network Operating System (NOS) that powers data center networks
Research and implement new networking, monitoring, and telemetry technologies to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and availability of data center infrastructure

Qualification

AlgorithmsData StructuresC/C++/Python/GoHigh-speed NetworkingLinux SystemsSoftware DebuggingTroubleshootingEmbedded SystemsProcessor ArchitectureProblem-solving

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Communications, or a related technical field
Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
Possesses a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures; proficient in at least one programming language, including but not limited to C, C++, Python, or Go
Demonstrates a strong interest in high-speed networking, hardware-software interaction, and hardware offloading technologies
Has a basic understanding of the operation of switches and routers, along with fundamental knowledge of embedded systems and processor architecture
Familiar with Linux systems; comfortable using the Linux command line and editors such as Vim or Emacs

Preferred

Experience in network software or protocol development
Strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in software debugging and troubleshooting

Benefits

Interns have day one access to health insurance
Life insurance
Wellbeing benefits
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)
Housing allowance

Company

ByteDance

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ByteDance is a technology company that develops content creation platforms and services.
dateFounded in 2012
location
Beijing, Beijing, CHN
people-size10001+ employees
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http://bytedance.com

H1B Sponsorship

ByteDance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1161)
2024 (1123)
2023 (775)
2022 (487)
2021 (417)
2020 (245)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$9.8B
Key Investors
Capital TodayG42Tiger Global Management
2025-11-20Secondary Market· $300M
2024-07-25Secondary Market
2023-03-14Secondary Market· $100M

Leadership Team

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Jochen Bischoff
Head of Global Business Solutions - Africa
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Matty Lin
Managing Director, Monetization and Partnerships
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