Backend Development Engineer Intern
Infrastructure Platform Delivery
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ByteDance
No salary listed
San Jose, CA, USA
In Person
TEAM INTRODUCTION
As a central platform team within the Systems Department, The Infrastructure Delivery Platform Team is responsible for providing reliable, convenient, and unified resource and infrastructure service capabilities. Our scope includes end-to-end capacity delivery, asset management, data center infrastructure management, server fleet management, and other critical services that empower the department's operational efficiency and scalability.
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship in 2026. Internships at ByteDance aim to offer students industry exposure and hands-on experience. Watch your ambitions become reality as your inspiration brings infinite opportunities at ByteDance.
Internships at ByteDance aim to provide students with hands-on experience in developing fundamental skills and exploring potential career paths. A vibrant blend of social events and enriching development workshops will be available for you to explore. Here, you will utilize your knowledge in real-world scenarios while laying a strong foundation for personal and professional growth. It runs for 12 weeks.
Candidates can apply to a maximum of two positions and will be considered for jobs in the order you apply. The application limit is applicable to ByteDance and its affiliates' jobs globally. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as early as possible. Please state your availability clearly in your resume (Start date, End date).
Summer Start Dates:
- May 11th, 2026
- May 18th, 2026
- May 26th, 2026
- June 8th, 2026
- June 22nd, 2026
Online Assessment
Candidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in [ByteDance / TikTok] (select one) 's technical online assessment.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for building ByteDance's global infrastructure digital platform, and undertaking backend development for business operation systems in procurement, delivery, planning, asset management, IDC (Internet Data Center) operation and maintenance, cost management, etc.
- Execute full cycle development, including requirement analysis, solution design, technical feasibility studies, code implementation, and unit testing
- Timely respond to and resolve critical live issues or production emergencies
Minimum Qualifications:
- Final year or recent graduate with a background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Passionate about programming with solid coding capabilities and a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms
- Proficient in one or multiple programming languages, e.g. Java, Go, C/C++, etc.
- Must be able to commit to a 12-week full-time work period during Summer or Fall 2026.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experienced in the use and optimization of MySQL and Redis, with solid knowledge of Linux systems, TCP/UDP, HTTP protocols, etc. Candidates who take the initiative to understand the source code implementations of mainstream frameworks will be preferred
- Exceptional learning agility, strong sense of responsibility, and proactive mindset
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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