ByteDance
Software Engineer Graduate (Applied Machine Learning - Inference) - 2026 Start (
ByteDance, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Overview
Software Engineer Graduate (Applied Machine Learning - Inference) - 2026 Start (PhD) at ByteDance. The AML team is focused on pushing the next-generation AI infrastructure and recommendation platform for ads ranking, search ranking, live and e-commerce ranking. We are looking for Software Engineer Graduates to join our team to support and advance that mission. Responsibilities
Responsible for the design and implementation of a global-scale machine learning system for feeds, ads and search ranking models. Responsible for building monitoring/managing tools to oversee the reliability and scalability of online inference servers. Responsible for building tools to analyze bottlenecks and sources of instability and then design and implement solutions. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Currently pursuing a PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Experience in developing and deploying large-scale distributed systems. Experience in ML/Deep learning Frameworks. Proficient in C/C++/Python/Golang, and have solid programming skills (e.g. algorithms and data structures). Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in one of the following fields: Hardware-Software Co-Design, High Performance Computing, ML Hardware Acceleration (e.g., GPU/RDMA) or ML for Systems. Experience contributing to an open-sourced machine learning framework (TensorFlow / JAX / PyTorch / TorchScript / MXNet / TensorRT). Job Information
Compensation Description (Annually). The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118,657 - $259,200 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package, which may include discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. Benefits may vary by employment type and location. Employees have day-one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and more. 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated on hire with tenure-based accruals). 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 impact on certain job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a 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; and Exercising sound judgment. About Us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. ByteDance offers products including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico, as well as China-market platforms. We aim to connect people with, consume, and create content. Why Join ByteDance: Our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. We value curiosity, humility, and impact, and operate with an "Always Day 1" mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, the company, and our users. We encourage diverse voices and an inclusive environment. Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. Reasonable Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities or other protected reasons. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request. Seniority level
Internship Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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Software Engineer Graduate (Applied Machine Learning - Inference) - 2026 Start (PhD) at ByteDance. The AML team is focused on pushing the next-generation AI infrastructure and recommendation platform for ads ranking, search ranking, live and e-commerce ranking. We are looking for Software Engineer Graduates to join our team to support and advance that mission. Responsibilities
Responsible for the design and implementation of a global-scale machine learning system for feeds, ads and search ranking models. Responsible for building monitoring/managing tools to oversee the reliability and scalability of online inference servers. Responsible for building tools to analyze bottlenecks and sources of instability and then design and implement solutions. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Currently pursuing a PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Experience in developing and deploying large-scale distributed systems. Experience in ML/Deep learning Frameworks. Proficient in C/C++/Python/Golang, and have solid programming skills (e.g. algorithms and data structures). Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in one of the following fields: Hardware-Software Co-Design, High Performance Computing, ML Hardware Acceleration (e.g., GPU/RDMA) or ML for Systems. Experience contributing to an open-sourced machine learning framework (TensorFlow / JAX / PyTorch / TorchScript / MXNet / TensorRT). Job Information
Compensation Description (Annually). The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $118,657 - $259,200 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package, which may include discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. Benefits may vary by employment type and location. Employees have day-one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and more. 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated on hire with tenure-based accruals). 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 impact on certain job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a 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; and Exercising sound judgment. About Us
Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. ByteDance offers products including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico, as well as China-market platforms. We aim to connect people with, consume, and create content. Why Join ByteDance: Our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. We value curiosity, humility, and impact, and operate with an "Always Day 1" mindset to achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, the company, and our users. We encourage diverse voices and an inclusive environment. Diversity & Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. Reasonable Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities or other protected reasons. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request. Seniority level
Internship Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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