Production Systems Engineer: Linux, Automation & AI Infra

ByteDance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance is seeking a hands-on Production Systems Engineer to own Linux-based server infrastructure, automation, and production operations. You will contribute across large-scale deployments, performance tuning, and cross-functional projects in a global data-center environment.

The role suits engineers from early-career to senior levels and offers growth in complex, cross-region infrastructure initiatives. Strong scripting and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, IT, or a related field.
• 2 years in systems engineering, infra operations, DevOps, SRE, or related roles.
• Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting fundamentals.
• Programming or scripting in Python, Bash, Go, or similar for automation.
• Hands-on troubleshooting in Linux-based environments (system/hardware).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with quick learnability.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, validate, monitor, and maintain large-scale server fleets (CPU/GPU).
• Develop scripts and automation to reduce manual work.
• Troubleshoot Linux-based production environments (OS, hardware, storage, networking).
• Gain exposure to AI infrastructure and GPU server platforms; contribute tooling and monitoring.
• Analyze server health and operational metrics to identify risks and improvements.
• Create and improve technical documentation and SOPs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on global infrastructure projects.

Skills

Linux

Scripting

Python

Go

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Redfish

BIOS/UEFI

Firmware

Job description

ByteDance is seeking a hands-on Production Systems Engineer to own Linux-based server infrastructure, automation, and production operations. You will contribute across large-scale deployments, performance tuning, and cross-functional projects in a global data-center environment.

The role suits engineers from early-career to senior levels and offers growth in complex, cross-region infrastructure initiatives. Strong scripting and problem-solving are essential.