Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Multi Cloud CDN

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

ByteDance

ByteDance

10,001+ employees

Operates global content platforms and apps

No salary listed

Senior

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Boston, MA, USA + 2 more

More locations: Seattle, WA, USA | San Jose, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
PHP
Python
Java
Go
C/C++
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electronics and communication, mathematics, physics, or related fields.
  • Proficiency in one or two programming languages, such as C/C++, Go, Python, Java, or PHP, within a Linux environment.
  • Solid technical foundation with experience in API/platform design and a strong understanding of network protocols, storage, and message queues.
  • Proficiency in CDN working principles.
  • Strong communication skills, with demonstrated execution ability and effective teamwork spirit.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop the architecture of the Multi-Cloud CDN middle platform solution.
  • Design and develop systems such as configuration management, data analysis, content management, and scheduling within the Multi-Cloud CDN platform.
  • Develop and optimize the Multi-Cloud CDN scheduling system, covering DNS, SDK, 302, and HTTPDNS scheduling.
  • Construct an intelligent scheduling system to optimize global traffic management based on business scenarios, resource levels, cost control, service quality, and transmission protocols.
  • Continuously improve the performance and reliability of the Multi-Cloud CDN platform.
Desired Qualifications
  • Extensive experience in API/platform design, showcasing a deep understanding of network protocols, storage systems, and message queues.
  • Experience in CDN system design and development, with a proven track record in optimizing and troubleshooting CDN infrastructures.

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 user-generated content. ByteDance primarily generates revenue through advertising and in-app purchases, distinguishing itself from competitors by its focus on algorithm-driven content delivery. The goal of ByteDance is to connect users with relevant content and foster a global community.

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

  • Partnership with Oracle could secure TikTok's U.S. operations and user trust.
  • Open-source AI initiatives may attract top talent and foster academic partnerships.
  • PhotoDoodle AI taps into the growing market for creative AI tools, expanding user base.

What critics are saying

  • Perplexity's interest in TikTok could lead to competitive challenges for ByteDance.
  • Oracle's involvement in TikTok's data security may complicate operational control.
  • Cancellation of Broadcom chip project could hinder ByteDance's AI hardware advancements.

What makes ByteDance unique

  • ByteDance's AI innovations like DAPO and AIBrix set it apart in the tech industry.
  • The company's global reach with platforms like TikTok and Douyin is unmatched.
  • ByteDance's focus on user-generated content and advanced algorithms enhances user engagement.

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Mar 23rd, 2025
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TikTok’s owner ByteDance has less than two weeks to sell the social media platform. Now, artificial intelligence (AI) search engine firm Perplexity is making the case for why it should become the popular video-sharing service’s new owner, following weeks of reports that the company was interested in merging with TikTok. “Perplexity is singularly positioned to rebuild the TikTok algorithm without creating a monopoly, combining world-class technical capabilities with Little Tech independence,” the company wrote on its blog Friday (March 21)

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