System Engineer (Operating System) - System Technologies and EngineeringLocation: San JoseTeam: TechnologyEmployment Type: RegularJob Code: A ResponsibilitiesAbout the Team: You will be working within the System Technology and Engineering (STE) Global team based in London, San Jose and Singapore. STE team works on system software, included but not limited to Linux Kernel, Open Source Linux Operating System, Compilers and Fundamental Libraries, in terms of stability and reliability, in the company's large-scale data centers, together with other teams we collaborate on next-generation hardware and software. We actively participate in open-source communities and incorporate cutting-edge technology and innovation into our products. The System Technologies and Engineering team is looking for an experienced Operating System Engineer to develop the Linux Operating System (OS) to adapt to all kinds of servers within the datacenter. This individual will work with the global team to develop, maintain, and improve the OS and the related quality testing, delivery, deployment and maintenance systems, both for bare metal servers, and also third party cloud servers. The team's goal is to ensure our operating systems keep updated to meet the requirements of hardware evolution and business goals.Responsibilities:Combining software and systems to build and run large-scale, massively fault-tolerant systems; ensuring that the critical and our external systemsTroubleshooting at system software level in use, including operating system and its components, such as storage, network, and coImproving and optimizing automatic operating system monitoring, software deployment and upgradingSupporting new platforms as needed by the generation of CPU, GPU, network and storage devices, by evolving system softwareOptimizing AlOps tools of large scale clustersQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related majorsFamiliar with common data structures and algorithms, multiple-threading programming, and server performance optimizationFamiliar with the operating system and ITProficient with Linux shell commands and ngBe familiar with C or C++, and an expert at languages such as Python / Go / Rust / CudPreferred Qualifications:Experience in Linux operating system development or in similar fieldsFamiliar with Computer Architecture, and server development life cycleFamiliar with Linux/Unix operating system architecture, Linux Kernel mechanism, Linux Kernel programming, systemd, glibc and kubernetesJob InformationCompensation Description (Annually): The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $ - $ 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.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.About Us: 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 ByteDance: 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.Diversity & Inclusion: 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.Reasonable Accommodation: ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at