Device Prototyping Designer Graduate (PICO) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

About Team: The Innovation Team is part of the Industrial Design organization, with a primary focus on incubating new ideas and product concepts. The team takes a holistic view of the product experience and explores how emerging technologies can be leveraged to create meaningful, delightful, and genuinely useful user experiences. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team in 2026. As a graduate, you will get opportunities to pursue bold ideas, tackle complex challenges, and unlock limitless growth. Responsibilities Navigate Ambiguity: Take loose prompts and abstract ideas and turn them into concrete technical strategies. Comfortable building without a spec sheet. Rapid Experience Prototyping: Move fast, from duct‑taping a Raspberry Pi to a foam model to refining a polished Python script for an executive demo. Edge AI Implementation: Give objects a "brain". Implement and optimize Large Language Models (LLMs), Computer Vision, and multimodal AI directly on embedded hardware (Jetson, ESP32, Mobile). Hardware Integration: Build the "nervous system" of our concepts—selecting sensors, actuators, displays, and microcontrollers and integrating them into 3D‑printed enclosures. Technical Storytelling: Demonstrate prototypes to stakeholders, explaining not just the how (the code) but the why (the user experience). Qualifications – Minimum Requirements Individuals who are completing or have recently completed a Master’s degree in HCI, Robotics, Creative Technology, CS, EE, or a related technical field. Proficiency in at least one core language (Python or C++) with the ability to write software that controls physical hardware. Experience with basic physical prototyping, including soldering, breadboarding, and use of microcontrollers (Arduino, ESP32, or Raspberry Pi). Familiarity with at least one digital fabrication method (3D Printing or Laser Cutting). Applications must include a link to a portfolio or GitHub demonstrating ability to write working software, build physical hardware, and clearly document the thinking, testing, and iteration process. Preferred Qualifications Academic or project experience deploying models to the edge using TensorFlow Lite, ONNX, or PyTorch, or experience building applications with LLM APIs (GPT/Llama/Hugging Face). Experience in 3D modeling for production (Fusion 360, OnShape) or creating interactive environments (Unity, TouchDesigner). Job Information Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $76,000 - $168,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day‑one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure). EEO & Legal Statements For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship on certain job duties. Reasonable Accommodation: The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at #J-18808-Ljbffr ByteDance