Full Stack Engineer, Traffic Management

ByteDance · United States

Full Stack Engineer, Traffic ManagementLocation: SeattleTeam: TechnologyEmployment Type: RegularJob Code: A229085ResponsibilitiesAbout the Team: Edge Traffic Scheduling team is seeking experienced developers for our edge network and maintain its stability as well as drive the functionality and capability of our infrastructure to the next level. Our team builds cross sites (also cross uplink providers) traffic management system based on DNS, to manage TikTok's self-built CDN PoPs, supporting user performance optimization and resource load balancing. Edge Traffic Scheduling team operates hundreds of PoPs and their networking and traffic around the world to run edge workloads (e.g. CDN cache, live streaming, gaming, real-time communication, etc.). The cross PoP traffic scheduling system is one of the core parts of the platform, as it has a direct impact on user experience. We are looking for passionate engineers to join and work together to build a traffic management system that provides one-stop solutions for edge services running on our edge platform. Responsibilities:Design and build a control system that directs traffic following performance-based or cost-based routing strategiesGlobal TikTok users routing layer performance analysis and troubleshootingByteDance internal and external services support on public internet topology and connectivityQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Master's degree (or bachelor's degree with 3+) years of experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related quantitative fieldsExperience with DNS serviceKnowledge of networking protocols such as BGP, IP (IPv4 and IPv6), TCP, UDPExperience with networking tools, including ping, mtr, tracerouteExperience with networking metrics, including SNMP, sflow / netflowExperience with IPDBKnowledge of QUICPreferred Qualifications:3+ years' experience in one or more programming languages such as Go, or scripting experience in Shell and PythonExperience with KubernetesKnowledge of internet OSI modelExperience with AI AgentJob InformationFor Pay TransparencyCompensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $153900 - $300960 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.About UsFounded 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 ByteDanceInspiring 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 & InclusionByteDance 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 AccommodationByteDance 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