Software Engineer

AI/LLM Network Software Development EngineerLocation: SeattleTeam: TechnologyEmployment Type: RegularJob Code: JE3HPResponsibilitiesAbout the Team ByteDance Networking brings together innovative ideas and technologies from network architecture, software defined networking (SDN), network virtualization, switch software and hardware co-design, and high-speed networking, to create hyperscale data-center networking solutions that power several of the most popular apps of the world such as Douyin and TikTok which serve hundreds of millions of users around the globe. ByteDance Networking is responsible for designing, building, and operating the global, intelligent network infrastructure to meet the requirements of high availability, scalability, and high-performance. By joining this team, you will gain marketable software development and/or network operation experiences in data center networking at massive scale.Responsibilities:Design, implementation and deployment of high-speed network technologies to support AI/LLM applications.Design and development of platforms/systems for monitoring, analysis and diagnosis of large scale AI/LLM network.Research and development of high-performance AI communication framework, network protocol stacks, and codesign optimization of host-network-application to improve the scalability, reliability and performance of AI/LLM network.Building next generation AI network infrastructure supporting large scale heterogeneous network hardware with innovative and deployable solutions.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, electronic engineering, network engineering or related fields.Proficiency in computer network and network programming.Proficiency in one or several mainstream programming languages, including C/C++, Python, Go and so on.Be familiar with the latest advances in the area of high-speed network systems, including RDMA, congestion control, AI network optimization and so on.Experience in developing high performance communication frameworks(including NCCL, MPI and RPC libraries) is a plus.Experience in developing software systems for AI network diagnosis and performance optimization is a plus.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in developing high performance communication frameworks(including NCCL, MPI and RPC libraries) is a plus.Experience in developing software systems for AI network diagnosis and performance optimization is a plus.Job InformationFor Pay TransparencyCompensation Description (Annually)The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $202160 - $368220 annually.Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.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, a 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).The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.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. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; andExercising sound judgment.About UsFounded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.Why Join ByteDanceInspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.Diversity & InclusionByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.Reasonable AccommodationByteDance 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 2012-2025 ByteDance