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Software Engineer Intern

CDN/Edge/Traffic Platform, MS

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ByteDance

ByteDance

10,001+ employees

Operates global content platforms and apps

No salary listed

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
gRPC
Kubernetes
Python
MySQL
Apache Kafka
Java
Postgres
Docker
Microservices
Go
Redis
Nginx
C/C++
Connection
Connection
Connection
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Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master’s student in Computer Science, Computing Engineering, or related fields.
  • Experience in programming languages such as Go, Python, Java, C/C++.
  • Experience with one or more databases and messaging frameworks, such as MySQL, Postgres, Redis, Kafka, etc.
  • Experience in using docker or other container technologies.
  • Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional team members to build enterprise-level platform (PaaS) that serves both internal and external teams.
  • Develop and Enhance microservices using Cloud Native technologies like Kubernetes, gRPC, REST, Nginx/Envoy, Postgres, Containers, etc.
  • Write the necessary unit test, integration test, and end-to-end test.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment and be responsible end-to-end to the production environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in Kubernetes-related Cloud Native development, such as Kubernetes API, Operator, Custom Resource Definition (CRD) development, or other related Open Source projects.
  • Experience with backend development and frameworks such as Gin, Iris, Django, Spring, etc.
  • Deep understanding of data structure design, networking, authentication and data security.
  • Familiarity with the whole web stack, including protocols and web server optimization techniques.
  • Experience in using and contributing to Cloud Native projects, e.g. Prometheus , Istio/Linkerd, Envoy, KubeEdge, ArgoCD, OPA, Harbor, etc.

ByteDance operates various content platforms, including Toutiao for news aggregation and TikTok for short video sharing, catering to a global audience. The company uses advanced algorithms to personalize user experiences, which keeps users engaged with tailored content. ByteDance differentiates itself from competitors like Facebook and Google by focusing on user-generated content and effective advertising solutions. Its goal is to connect users worldwide while providing businesses with targeted advertising opportunities.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$5.6B

Headquarters

Beijing, China

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Investment in data centers boosts processing capabilities and service delivery in Brazil and Thailand.
  • AI smart glasses development with Qualcomm opens new revenue streams in AR/VR.
  • Expansion of TikTok Shop into Spain and Ireland diversifies revenue and market reach.

What critics are saying

  • VR expansion faces competition from established players like Meta's Oculus Quest series.
  • Data center projects may encounter geopolitical and regulatory challenges regarding data sovereignty.
  • TikTok Shop's overseas expansion may face local competition and regulatory hurdles.

What makes ByteDance unique

  • ByteDance leverages advanced algorithms for personalized user experiences, enhancing engagement.
  • The company offers diverse platforms, from TikTok to enterprise tools like Lark.
  • ByteDance's global presence spans major cities, enhancing its cultural and market adaptability.

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