System Software Architect: OS & Kernel Leadership

ByteDance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance is seeking an architect to lead system software initiatives for large-scale data center infrastructure. You will guide OS/kernel adaptations for new server shapes, ensuring reliability and performance while working with cross-functional teams worldwide.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration, and delivering robust software solutions that reduce infrastructure costs. A strong background in computer systems and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field.
• 5+ years in server/system software or OS development.
• 2+ years in technical direction or team leadership.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead system software efforts for new server shapes in ByteDance Data Centers.
• Collaborate across teams to adapt OS/kernel for new hardware.
• Drive innovation and strategic planning for OS/kernel domains.
• Provide technical leadership to UK and global teams.

Skills

Server system software

Computer system architecture

Operating systems

GPU computing systems

Networking

System troubleshooting

Application performance analysis

Technical leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/CE/EE

Tools

NVIDIA system software stacks

AMD system software stacks

TPU system software stacks

CUDA-like implementations

NCCL-like implementations

Job description

ByteDance is seeking an architect to lead system software initiatives for large-scale data center infrastructure. You will guide OS/kernel adaptations for new server shapes, ensuring reliability and performance while working with cross-functional teams worldwide.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration, and delivering robust software solutions that reduce infrastructure costs. A strong background in computer systems and leadership is essential.