Software Development Engineer, Distributed NoSQL Database Systems Technology - Infrastructure San Jose Regular

Bytedance; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ByteDance in San Jose is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to design and build distributed NoSQL database products that support our global infrastructure.

You will work on high-performance, scalable storage and compute engines in a cloud-native environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve stability, performance and cost efficiency. A BS or higher in CS and 3+ years in system or database internals is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages with strong Linux skills.
• Deep understanding of database principles and distributed systems.
• Experience with large-scale cloud-native architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop distributed NoSQL databases, with focus areas such as caches, key-value stores, document stores, graph databases, or search engines.
• Build high-performance, low-latency distributed systems for mission-critical operations.
• Optimize compute and storage engines for cloud-native global deployments.
• Provide guidance to internal teams for system optimization and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust database products.
• Address challenges in cloud service architectures for large-scale systems.

Skills

C/C++/Java

Go/Python/Rust

Distributed systems

Database kernel

Performance tuning

Cloud-native

Linux

Education

BS or higher in CS/CE

Job description

Join us as we work together to inspire creativity and enrich life around the globe.

Location:

San Jose

Team:

Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Code:

A243479A

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Responsibilities

About the TeamJoin ByteDance’s database development team, where you’ll build and own cutting-edge database products supporting ByteDance’s global infrastructure. Our diverse portfolio includes relational databases, distributed caches, key-value stores, document databases, graph databases, wide-column stores, search engines, and multi-model databases. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance these services in a cloud-native environment, embracing a culture of intellectual curiosity, self-direction, and problem-solving.

• Design and develop distributed NoSQL databases, with a focus on one of the following: distributed caches, key-value stores, document databases, graph databases, wide-column stores, search engines, or multi-model databases.
• Build high-performance, low-latency, and highly available distributed systems to support mission-critical business operations with scalability and cost efficiency.
• Optimize compute and storage engines for cloud-native global deployments, improving efficiency and reducing operational costs.
• Provide technical guidance to internal business teams, identifying opportunities for system optimization to improve stability, functionality, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust database products and solutions.
• Address technical challenges in cloud service architectures, ensuring scalable solutions for large-scale, high-traffic systems.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C, C++, Java, Go, Python, Rust) with strong coding skills in a Linux environment.
• Deep understanding of database principles, distributed system design, and multi-threaded programming, with hands-on experience in distributed storage and computing technologies.
• Strong knowledge of distributed consensus algorithms, with experience in database kernel development.
• Expertise in performance tuning, system optimization, and handling high-traffic, large-concurrency scenarios.
• Practical experience with large-scale cloud-native architectures and distributed system control platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or a higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other related fields.
• 3+ years industry experience in system or database internals programming.
• Familiarity with popular database systems and source code such as RocksDB, Redis, MongoDB, HBase, TiDB, Neo4j, Elasticsearch, JanusGraph, YugabyteDB, or CockroachDB.

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.

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