Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ByteDance is a global technology company known for its innovative products like TikTok and CapCut. They are seeking a Network Software Development Engineer Intern for Summer 2026, where the intern will design and test functionalities of the Network Operating System and research new networking technologies to enhance data center infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Design and test core functionalities of the Network Operating System (NOS) that powers data center networks
- Research and implement new networking, monitoring, and telemetry technologies to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and availability of data center infrastructure
Skills
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Communications, or a related technical field
- Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2026
- Possesses a solid understanding of algorithms and data structures; proficient in at least one programming language, including but not limited to C, C++, Python, or Go
- Demonstrates a strong interest in high-speed networking, hardware-software interaction, and hardware offloading technologies
- Has a basic understanding of the operation of switches and routers, along with fundamental knowledge of embedded systems and processor architecture
- Familiar with Linux systems; comfortable using the Linux command line and editors such as Vim or Emacs
- Experience in network software or protocol development
- Strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in software debugging and troubleshooting
Benefits
- Interns have day one access to health insurance
- Life insurance
- Wellbeing benefits
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year)
- Housing allowance
Company Overview
ByteDance is a technology company that develops content creation platforms and services. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Beijing, Beijing, CHN, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://bytedance.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
ByteDance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1350 in 2025, 1123 in 2024, 775 in 2023, 487 in 2022, 417 in 2021, 245 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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