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Research Scientist Intern (Traffic Infrastructure Global Engineering) - 2025 Summer/Fall (PhD)

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ByteDance

11d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Seattle

AI generated summary

  • You must be a PhD student in CS or EE, skilled in programming (Golang, Python, etc.), with knowledge in algorithms, networking, and cloud technologies, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • You will research and develop algorithms for performance and efficiency in traffic infrastructure, collaborate on project lifecycles, and propose solutions for cost efficiency and optimization in advanced domains.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualification:
  • Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
  • Strong independent thinking, problem solving capability.
  • Experience with programming languages like Golang, Python, Java, C/C++, or similar.
  • Knowledge of algorithms and software development.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Preferred Qualification:
  • Background in networking, load balancing, distributed systems or large scale dynamic systems.
  • Knowledge of performance metrics, data/cost modeling and real-time systems.
  • System virtualization in VM, container, or networking.
  • Experience with kubernetes and cloud-native technologies.
  • AI platform, AI workload engine, or AI specific infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • 1. As a PhD intern, you will focus on researching and developing advanced algorithm or system to enhance TIGE's system in performance, efficiency, resource allocation, and feature capability.
  • 2. You will be working with one of our expanding domains like CDN, edge cloud infrastructure, traffic platform and AI technologies with edge computing.
  • 3. With an in-depth understanding of one of those domains, you are responsible for proposing and developing an advanced, while practical solution to enhance our focused metrics like cost efficiency, traffic optimization, virtualization performance, as well as other more comprehensive metrics, like availability or stability, and resource efficiency.
  • 4. You are expected to collaborate with a team and lead the full lifecycle of project development, including industry cutting-edge technology trend investigation, solution design, implementation, and validation.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for the summer/fall of 2025, but specific start and end dates will need to be clarified in your application.

Is there a limit on the number of positions I can apply for?

Yes, candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions at ByteDance and its affiliates globally.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, have strong independent thinking and problem-solving skills, experience with programming languages like Golang, Python, Java, or C/C++, and possess knowledge of algorithms and software development.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the role?

Yes, preferred qualifications include a background in networking, load balancing, distributed systems, knowledge of performance metrics and real-time systems, experience with system virtualization and Kubernetes, and familiarity with AI platforms and infrastructure.

What will my responsibilities be as a Research Scientist Intern?

You will research and develop advanced algorithms or systems to enhance TIGE's technology in terms of performance, efficiency, and resource allocation, working with areas such as CDN, edge cloud infrastructure, and AI technologies.

What programming languages should I be proficient in for this position?

Proficiency in programming languages such as Golang, Python, Java, C/C++, or similar languages is required.

What type of benefits does Bytedance offer for interns?

Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, receive 10 paid holidays per year, and paid sick time (56 hours for those hired in the first half of the year and 40 hours for those hired in the second half).

Where is the internship located?

The specific location for the internship is not explicitly mentioned in the job description; however, the job availability may depend on the selected city where you will work.

Does ByteDance have a diversity and inclusion policy?

Yes, ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives, celebrating diverse voices and reflecting the communities they serve.

What compensation can I expect for this internship?

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $57 to $72, depending on the city selected for the internship.

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ByteDance

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

ByteDance is a global incubator of platforms at the cutting edge of commerce, content, entertainment and enterprise services - over 2.5bn people interact with ByteDance products including TikTok. Creation is the core of ByteDance's purpose. Our products are built to help imaginations thrive. This is doubly true of the teams that make our innovations possible. Together, we inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we aim towards achieving every day. At ByteDance, we create together and grow together. That's how we drive impact - for ourselves, our company, and the users we serve. We are committed to building a safe, healthy and positive online environment for all our users.