Senior Software Development Engineer, SDN-Traffic Intelligence & Control Seattle Regular

Senior Software Development Engineer, SDN-Traffic Intelligence & Control

Location:

Seattle

Team:
Technology

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code: JCEF1

• Build software control systems to manage the network resources, especially the long haul bandwidth.
• Build host/gateway end‑side network traffic monitoring, analysis and control capabilities.
• Work with network operation and planning teams to support bandwidth and performance requirements for upper‑layer computing, storage, recommendation and other businesses, and provide fault analysis and resolving capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, network engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Go, C++, or Python, with a strong foundation in designing and developing distributed systems.
• In‑depth understanding of networking protocols and the TCP/IP stack.
• Practical or research experience in the areas of bandwidth management or distributed rate limiting systems/algorithms will be considered particularly favorable.

• In‑depth understanding of networking protocols and the TCP/IP stack; familiarity with Linux operating systems and networking functionalities is highly advantageous.
• Practical or research experience in the areas of bandwidth management or distributed rate limiting systems/algorithms will be considered particularly favorable.
• Recent PhD graduates with a specialization in Computer Systems are strongly encouraged to apply.

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $177,688 - $341,734 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.

Founded in 2012, Byte Dance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including Tik Tok, Lemon8, Cap Cut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, Byte Dance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Inspiring creativity is at the core of Byte Dance'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 Byte Dancers, 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.

Byte Dance 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 Byte Dance, 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.

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