Training Operation Coding Analyst - Seed Global Data

BYTEDANCE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance Seed Global Data seeks an LLM Training Operations Analyst to manage and optimize end-to-end workflows for training large language models with coding datasets. You will work on cross-functional projects, coordinating with product, engineering and content experts to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

You will design, test, and refine operational workflows, model training strategies, and QA processes, while analyzing data to inform direction and improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• 1-2 years of practical coding experience in Python/Java/Go/C/C++ through projects/work.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities to explain code concepts clearly.
• Excellent English and Mandarin, with written and spoken skills for collaboration.
• Interest in language models, computational thinking, and fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with HTML, LaTeX and Markdown.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional projects from incubation to execution with stakeholders.
• Design and manage multiple LLM training projects focusing on coding datasets.
• Coordinate with product managers, engineers, and content experts to plan workflows and track progress.
• Work with leads and teams to design, test, and optimize training workflows and QA processes.
• Analyze data to provide actionable insights and guide future model training directions.
• Develop data analysis strategies to evaluate training and validation set quality.
• Lead or support cross-domain initiatives to scale high-quality data generation.

Skills

Python

Java

Go

C/C++

English

Mandarin

Markup languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Job description

Responsibilities

About the team Seed Global Data is a team focused on producing international data for LLMs. For the training of large models, data is the lifeline of model quality

• and the Global Data team is working closely with technical, product, and operations teams to ensure effective data production strategies and execution management.

As a key member of our LLM Global Data Team, the LLM Training Operations Analyst will play a pivotal role in managing the intricate processes involved in training large language models (LLMs) with diverse coding datasets. This role focuses on overseeing and improving operational workflows, primarily for safety-related projects, ensuring they are delivered with high quality and efficiency. Job Responsibilities

• Driving complex, fast-paced, cross-functional projects from incubation to execution.

You will be responsible for designing and managing multiple Large Language Model (LLM) training projects (mostly coding-based but may involve other STEM related projects).

• Coordinating across functions (including product managers, engineers, and internal or external content experts), planning workflows, tracking progress, identifying risks and taking necessary corrective actions to ensure high-quality, timely project delivery.
• Working closely with your leads, product managers and engineers to design, test, and optimize operational workflows including model training strategies, quality assurance processes and productivity enhancements.
• Analyzing operational and model training or performance data to provide actionable insights through reports and presentations to stakeholders, driving future model training directions or adjustments.
• Designing and implementing robust data analysis strategies to systematically evaluate the quality of training and validation sets.
• Leading or supporting cross-domain operational improvement initiatives to optimize processes, share transferrable learnings and scale the generation of high-quality data.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor's degree and above in Computer Science or related technical fields.
• 2. 1-2 years of practical experience in multiple programming languages (such as Python/Java/Go/C/C++) acquired through coding hackathons or past work / internship experience.
• 3. Possess excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, capable of clearly comprehending and articulating code-related concepts to the layman.
• 4. Exhibits exceptional proficiency in both English and Mandarin, with strong written and verbal communication skills essential for collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders in English and Mandarin-speaking regions.
• 5. Deep interest in language models, computational thinking, and ability to adapt to a high-intensity, rapidly evolving work environment with an objective-driven mindset.
• 6. Familiar and able to work with markup and typesetting languages: HTML, LaTex and Markdown.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. Winner or Runner-up in regional or internationally recognized coding competitions (such as those hosted by Codeforces, ICPC, etc.).
• 2. Previous work experience with leading AI/Language Model companies on technical or annotation projects, familiarity with code repository management and software development processes, mastery of best practices and version control systems (such as Git), and understanding of full-stack development concepts, including front-end interface, back-end logic, and database integration.
• 3. 1-2 years experience in project or operations management roles in software engineering teams, possessing strong project management skills to design, manage, and proactively optimize complex workflows, while balancing independent judgment with collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced, project-based environment.
• 4. Previous experience working with global teams, and comfort with using and developing creative tools that enhance project efficiency.
• 5. Academic proficiency in other STEM-related backgrounds like Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Engineering.
• 6. Enthusiasm for career development in the AI/LLM industry, engaging with diverse technical case studies, and problem-solving on a daily basis.

Job Information

About Doubao (Seed)

Established in 2023, the ByteDance Seed team is dedicated to pioneering new paths toward artificial general intelligence. We aspire to advance the frontier of intelligence to drive progress for both technology and society.

With a long-term vision for the AI sector, the Seed team's research spans MLLM, GenMedia, AI for Science, and Robotics. We maintain a global presence with laboratories and career opportunities across China, Singapore, and the United States.

To date, we have launched industry-leading general foundation models and cutting-edge multimodal capabilities. Our technology powers over 50 application scenarios - including Doubao, Jimeng, TRAE, Dola and Dreamnia - and serves enterprise customers through Volcano Engine and BytePlus. Third-party data shows that the Doubao App ranks first in user volume in the Chinese market, while Doubao foundation models lead the industry in average daily token consumption.

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.