Backend Software Engineer Intern (ByteCloud) - 2027 Start

BYTEDANCE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

Internship certificate

Social events

Development workshops

Job summary

BYTEDANCE PTE. LTD. is offering an internship with ByteCloud, focused on building and operating ByteDance's internal cloud platform.

You will design core services, collaborate with AI infra teams, and optimize system performance, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to real-world challenges in a global, fast-growing tech company. Ideal candidates are pursuing CS/Engineering degrees and have strong programming skills in Go, Python, Rust, and Typescript, plus experience with Linux and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficiency in Go, Python, Rust, and Typescript with strong systems programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize the core platform services and ecosystem components.
• Collaborate with AI infrastructure teams to integrate specialized tooling and execution environments.
• Continuously improve platform efficiency and cost-effectiveness through system optimization.
• Establish and enforce platform engineering best practices across internal product lines.

Skills

Go

Python

Rust

Typescript

Linux

Networking

Distributed systems

Kubernetes

Docker

Education

CS/Engineering degree candidate

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Responsibilities

Team Introduction The Data Infrastructure

• ByteCloud team builds and operates ByteDance's internal cloud platform, providing the foundational cloud infrastructure that powers products and services used by billions of users worldwide.

ByteCloud delivers a comprehensive cloud platform covering the entire service lifecycle; from application development and deployment to service governance, multi-cloud management, and observability. Our platform enables engineering teams across ByteDance to build, deploy, and operate large-scale distributed systems with high reliability, scalability, and efficiency. By joining the ByteCloud team, you'll work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and platform engineering technologies while solving complex technical challenges at global scale.

Together, we build the cloud foundation that supports innovation across ByteDance. We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship. Our internship program offers students hands‑on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth.

Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals. Candidates may apply to a maximum of two positions across Our Company and its affiliates globally.

What You Will

Be Doing:

• Design, develop, and optimize the core platform services and ecosystem components;
• Collaborate with AI infrastructure teams to integrate specialized tooling and execution environments;
• Continuously improve platform efficiency and cost-effectiveness through system optimization;
• Establish and enforce platform engineering best practices across internal product lines;

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree/master in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficiency in

Go/Python/Rust/Typescript and strong systems programming skills.

• Deep understanding of Linux, networking (TCP/IP, HTTP), and distributed systems.
• Experience in infrastructure products (e.g., monitoring, logging, service mesh, storage).
• Familiarity with cloud-native technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and large-scale system design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PaaS platforms or service deployment systems
• Knowledge of AI/ML platform infrastructure and tooling
• Background in resource scheduling and optimization
• Contributions to open‑source infrastructure projects

Job Information

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.

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.