Backend Software Engineer- Network Security - San Jose

ByteDance; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 187,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to building innovative network security solutions. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud security services. Collaborate with a passionate team to protect online businesses from cyber threats while optimizing data pipelines for performance and scalability. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of cybersecurity, working alongside talented individuals who value teamwork and creativity. If you are motivated to tackle real-world challenges and contribute to a mission-driven environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Wellbeing Benefits

10 Paid Holidays per Year

10 Paid Sick Days per Year

17 Days of Paid Personal Time

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend software development experience.
• Proficient in Golang and familiar with database frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement backend cloud/network security services.
• Optimize data storage and queries for performance.

Skills

Backend Software Development

Golang

Database Management

Data Pipeline Optimization

Cloud Security

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Advanced Degree in Relevant Major

Tools

MySQL

Redis

Kafka

Flink

Spark

Job description

Backend Software Engineer- Network Security - San Jose

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Responsibilities
Team Introduction
The Network Security team is on the mission to build innovative and enterprise-level network security products and solutions, to protect online businesses from being interrupted by cyber attacks. We're a group of people passionate about challenging the status quo to solve the real world's cybersecurity problems effectively and efficiently. We set audacious goals and strive to achieve them. We believe in teamwork and collaboration and we encourage open and succinct communication. If you share the same value and would like to make an impact on network security, please come join us!

Responsibilities
- Drive, design and implement the backend of cloud/network security services
- Optimize data pipelines, storage, and queries for performance and scalability

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. or advanced degree in Computer Science or other relevant majors.
- 3+ years of backend software development experience.
- Proficient in at least one programming language and framework, preferably Golang
- In-depth knowledge and experience of common database, caching and messaging frameworks,like MySQL, Redis, Kafka and etc.,
- Highly motivated, positive, detail-oriented, and responsible

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience of large-scale backend system development , such as Flink/Spark etc.
- Cloud/network security products experience, such as Anti-ddos, WAF, Firewall etc.

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.


Reasonable Accommodation
ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request


Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $187040 - $280000 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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