ByteDance · 3 days ago
Software Engineer - Applied Machine Learning, Engine
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$119K/yr - $259K/yr
1+ years expByteDance is a global technology company known for its innovative products like TikTok and CapCut. They are seeking a Software Engineer for the Applied Machine Learning team to research, design, and develop software solutions for distributed recommendation systems while enhancing existing software capabilities.
ContentData MiningInternetSocial Media
Responsibilities
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialised utility programs
Analyse user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis
Update software, enhances existing software capabilities, and develops and direct software testing and validation procedures
Work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems and develop specifications and performance requirements
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialised utility programs
Analyse user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis
Update software, enhances existing software capabilities, and develops and direct software testing and validation procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent with 1+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience in analyzing and troubleshooting distributed systems
Prior experience designing and maintaining large-scale systems
Experience programming in at least one of the following languages: Python or Golang
Familiar with components, such as Mysql, Redis, Kafka, Clickhouse, Terraform and K8S, etc
Expertise in DevOps technologies like Monitor, Alarm, Tracing, CMDB etc
Experience in building solutions with AWS, Azures, AliCloud or other cloud services
Preferred
Familiar with Unix/Linux operating systems
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of code optimizing and routine tasks automation
Extra points will be given for proficiency in at least one machine learning framework: TensorFlow, PyTorch, MXNet or PaddlePaddle
Solid background of algorithms and data structures
Benefits
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
10 paid holidays per year
10 paid sick days per year
17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure)
Company
ByteDance
ByteDance is a technology company that develops content creation platforms and services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9.8BKey Investors
Capital TodayG42Tiger Global Management
2025-11-20Secondary Market· $300M
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Leadership Team
Jochen Bischoff
Head of Global Business Solutions - Africa
Matty Lin
General Manager, Global Business Solutions, KR
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