Backend Engineer (Server R&D Engineer), Game Security

BYTEDANCE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance is seeking a skilled backend engineer to design, develop, and maintain the game security backend system that supports anti-cheat and risk management across the lifecycle. You will optimize performance and scale microservices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to safeguard business operations.

The role requires strong Go programming, backend experience, and a solid foundation in computer science concepts, with a focus on building robust, scalable systems in a fast-growing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, etc., with 2+ years backend server development experience.
• Strong Go programming skills with modular design; familiarity with C++, Python, or Java is a plus.
• Proficiency in server-side components such as MySQL, Redis, Abase, Kafka, Flink, Rpc/Http.
• Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, and data structures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork, with a focus on high-quality technology and products.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the game security backend system to support risk management.
• Establish good cooperation and communication, enhance system performance and stability, and safeguard business operations.

Skills

Go programming

Backend development

Microservices

C++ familiarity

Python familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in CS/SE/IS

Tools

MySQL

Redis

Kafka

Flink

Job description

Responsibilities

About the team Our team is dedicated to building a comprehensive game security framework that addresses and resolves various security risks throughout the entire game development and operation lifecycle. Leveraging years of expertise in game anti-cheat, we provide professional products, solutions, and services to deliver an exceptional gaming experience for players. 1. Responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of the game security backend system, supporting algorithms and operations members in managing game risks. 2. Establish good cooperation and communication, enhance system performance and stability, and safeguard business operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 1. Majors in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, etc., with a bachelor's degree or above, and 2 years or more experiences in back-end server development. 2. Solid programming skills, proficient in Go programming, with Modularization design and programming capabilities; familiarity with other programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java is good ; 3. Proficiently master various components and protocols in server-side development, such as Mysql, Redis, Abase, Kafka, Flink, Rpc/Http, etc.; 4. Have a profound understanding of computer principles, with a solid foundation in operating systems, networks, and data structures; 5. Excellent business understanding and architecture design capabilities, aiming for the highest in technology and products, with good communication skills and teamwork capabilities; Preferred Qualifications: 1. Have work experience in the gaming industry or the security field,+score; 2. High-availability system architecture design capabilities, development experience in microservices and high-concurrency services,+score; 3. Have experience using AI tools,+score;

Job Information

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.