Network Software Development Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test core functionalities of the Network Operating System (NOS) for hyperscale data center networks and AI infrastructure
• Research and implement next-generation switch software focusing on network monitoring, telemetry, load balancing, congestion control, and system reliability
• Design and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks for the NOS

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in network software development or network device SDK development
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
• Strong grasp of data structures and algorithms
• Passion for network technology and high standards for code quality and architectural design

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep understanding of Ethernet switch architecture and NOS design
• Hands-on experience with SONiC and SAI
• Experience in switch ASIC validation using industry-standard traffic generators (e.g., Keysight/Ixia, Spirent)
• Publications in accredited networking conferences (SIGCOMM, NSDI, etc.) or contributions to open-source communities (SONiC, OCP, SAI)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• 10 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, and 17 days of Paid Personal Time per year
• Wellbeing benefits and life insurance

About the Company

Founded 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, ByteDance makes it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content globally.