SDN Network Software Engineer - Scale Global Data Centers

TikTok; Os; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

TikTok is seeking a Network Software Development Engineer (SDN) to join our Networking team. You will help design, build, and operate the global intelligent network infrastructure powering major data center connectivity and services across the TikTok platform.

The role emphasizes data center networking, SDN control systems, and high-performance software development for scalable networks. You will work with C++, Python, and Go in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with global impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher degree in computer science, electronic engineering, network engineering or related fields.
• In-depth understanding of mainstream network protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc. and Linux networking protocol stacks and tools.
• Proficiency in using one or several mainstream programming languages including C++, Python, Go.
• Quick learning and adaptability, perseverance and spirit of studying technical details, good communication and exchange.
• Experience in developing software system for large data center networks and distributed systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Improve data center network availability and efficiency through software development.
• Develop network monitoring infrastructure and optimize the data collection, processing and visualization pipeline.
• Develop network troubleshooting and mitigation tools to reduce incident response time and improve availability.
• Develop SDN software control system to automate scheduling and management of network resources.
• Develop network emulation platforms and verification tools to improve safety of network operations.
• Collaborate with network operation and maintenance team members to support other infrastructure services including but not limited to compute and storage on troubleshooting, resource deployment, optimization, etc.

Skills

C++

Python

Go

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

Linux networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / electronic engineering / network engineering or related fields

Job description

TikTok is seeking a Network Software Development Engineer (SDN) to join our Networking team. You will help design, build, and operate the global intelligent network infrastructure powering major data center connectivity and services across the TikTok platform.

The role emphasizes data center networking, SDN control systems, and high-performance software development for scalable networks. You will work with C++, Python, and Go in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with global impact.