Full-Time

Network Engineer

Updated on 3/14/2025

ByteDance

ByteDance

10,001+ employees

Operates global content platforms and apps

No salary listed

Junior, Mid

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Seattle, WA, USA

Travel may be required up to 15% - 30% of the time.

Category
Network Administration
IT & Security
Required Skills
TCP/IP
Computer Networking
Requirements
  • Good understanding of network protocols including TCP/IP, DHCP, BGP, OSPF/IS-IS and MPLS related technologies.
  • Good understanding of network monitoring protocols and tools, such as SNMP, Sflow/netflow, Telemetry.
  • Familiar with data center network architecture, such as CLOS.
  • Hands-on experience of major network devices, such as Cisco, Arista, Juniper, H3C, Huawei and other mainstream vendors.
  • Self-motivated, good communication and written skills.
  • Team player and participate ByteDance network global oncall rotation.
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree based on three or more years of work experience.
Responsibilities
  • Design, build, operate and optimize ByteDance's global network, including backbone, data center, public cloud and Edge/CDN.
  • Work with cross-functional teams including but not limited to compute, storage, database, recommendation system, drive the innovation and evolution of ByteDance network.
  • Work with external vendors and ISPs for device and carrier selection, perform testing and verification.
  • Travel may be required up to 15% - 30% of the time.
Desired Qualifications
  • In-depth knowledge of network protocols and implementation in hyper scale data center networks.
  • In-depth knowledge of MPLS related Traffic Engineering technologies, such as Segment Routing, RSVP, and LDP etc.
  • In-depth knowledge of public cloud architecture, such as AWS, GCP, Azure, Ali Cloud, OCI, etc.
  • Familiar with mainstream commercial switch/router chipsets, such as Broadcom, Barefoot etc.
  • Good understanding of IPv6 and IPv4-IPv6 co-existence technologies.
  • Programming/scripting in Python or other languages.

ByteDance operates various content platforms, including Toutiao for news aggregation and TikTok for short video sharing, catering to a global audience. The company uses user-generated content and advanced algorithms to personalize experiences, which keeps users engaged. ByteDance differentiates itself from competitors like Facebook and Google through its focus on algorithm-driven content delivery. Its goal is to create diverse platforms that inform, entertain, and connect users while providing effective advertising solutions for businesses.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$4.1B

Headquarters

Beijing, China

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • ByteDance's valuation over $400 billion shows strong investor confidence for expansion.
  • AIBrix positions ByteDance as a leader in AI infrastructure, attracting developers.
  • PhotoDoodle AI opens new revenue streams through creative digital art tools.

What critics are saying

  • Geopolitical tensions could lead to regulatory challenges for ByteDance's operations.
  • Cancellation of the Broadcom chip project may hinder AI hardware capabilities.
  • Ole Obermann's departure might disrupt TikTok's music-driven content strategy.

What makes ByteDance unique

  • ByteDance excels in AI-driven content personalization, enhancing user engagement and retention.
  • The company offers diverse platforms like TikTok, Toutiao, and Douyin globally.
  • ByteDance's advanced algorithms provide a unique, personalized user experience.

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