Software Development Engineer Graduate; Intent- Networking BS​/MS

Overview

Software Development Engineer Graduate (Intent-Based Networking) - 2026 Start (BS/ MS)

• Develop software to achieve data center network management automation, intelligence, and digitalization, and to improve network delivery efficiency and stability;
• Build platform products and tooling services with network planning, deployment, change, verification, and analytics capabilities to support the whole lifecycle of network engineering.

• Final year or recent graduate with a background in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering or related technical discipline
• Strong knowledge of networks, familiar with network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, ARP
• Familiar with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Type Script, and other front-end technologies
• Proficient in at least one back-end programming language (Python/Go/C/C++/Rust or similar)
• Familiar with mainstream SQL and No
  
  SQL database principles, with database programming and optimization skills
• Commitment to code quality and design, thorough in code review, and good coding practices
• Curiosity, motivation, and a strong desire to learn, with interest in cutting-edge technologies

• Experience in network automation deployment, automated changes development, and familiarity with platforms like Robotron, Apstra, or Forward Networks
• Knowledge of OTN or switch devices and their management and control protocols is a plus

Compensation
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The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118,657 - $187,200 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is part of the Total Package and may include discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units.

Benefits
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Benefits vary by employment type and location. Employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one, a 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, 10 paid holidays, 10 paid sick days, and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated on hire). The Company reserves the right to modify benefits at any time.

Additional information for Los Angeles County candidates
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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. Our company assesses criminal history in relation to job duties and offers may be conditioned accordingly.

Byte Dance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. We combine diverse products and platforms, including Tik Tok, Douyin, Cap Cut, Lemon8, and others, to connect people and enable content creation at scale.

Byte Dance is committed to an inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations in recruitment for candidates with disabilities or other protected reasons. If you need assistance, please reach out for accommodation requests.