Senior Backend Software Engineer (Multiple Positions)

• Design, develop, build, and maintain large-scale backend software systems that enhance trust and safety across various applications/platforms.
• Write documentation, coding, and work cross-functionally to plan on how to deliver the latest features on the platforms to improve trust and safety of the products.
• Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability, and performance of the services.
• Provide solutions to support risk and response business.
• Build and enhance user-facing features with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work in rapid product development.

Software Engineering, Content Development, Problem Solving Skills, Large-Scale Systems, Documentation, Cross-Functional, Performance Management, System Architecture, Risk, Product Development, * Mentor junior-level team members.Qualifications Must have a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Engineering (any), Information Systems, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field, and 2 years of related work experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Science, Engineering (any), Information Systems, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field, and 5 years of post-bachelor’s, progressive related work experience.

Of the required experience, must have 2 years of experience in each of the following:

• Designing and architecting large-scale, multi-tiered, distributed software applications, tools, systems, and services using object-oriented design and distributed programming;
• Designing and implementing scalable, fault tolerant, distributed, and low latency backend workflow orchestration architecture;
• Maintaining and debugging software services;
• Working across all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering and analysis, design, development, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance of back-end and/or cloud native projects;
• Designing and managing databases to support online services using MySQL or Redis; and
• Providing peer-review and feedback of programmed codes.

About ByteDance 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 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 Us Inspiring 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.

About the Team Our team plays a crucial role in ensuring the company’s success. We seek people who are willing to learn and put in the effort to solve problems. Our challenges are not your regular day-to-day problems - you’ll be part of a team that’s developing new solutions to new challenges. It’s working fast, at scale, and we’re making a difference. We are looking for talents to join us on this exciting journey!, ByteDance 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.