Network Software Development Engineer Intern(Network Observation) - 2026 Summer (BS/ MS)

About the TeamByteDance Networking is responsible for designing, building, and operating a global, intelligent network infrastructure that meets the highest standards of availability, scalability, and performance. Within this organization, the Network Observability R&D Team plays a pivotal role. By leveraging advanced network technologies, the team monitors the status of data center networks in real-time, quickly detects and locates network faults, and improves network availability and efficiency, thereby building an industry-leading data center autopilot system.Join us to collectively shape network innovation. You will participate in the development of observation systems that support ByteDance's global platform. In doing so, you will gain practical experience in large-scale software development and network operations, as these systems underpin some of the world's most widely used services.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. Turn your ambitions into 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 AssessmentCandidates who pass resume screening will be invited to participate in ByteDance's technical online assessment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and improve datacenter network monitoring services, and optimize network data collection, processing and visualization tools.
• Create network alert systems using trained learning algorithms to provide real-time and accurate anomaly detection and fault location.
• Collaborate with network engineers to develop an automated network fault diagnosis system based on LLM capabilities, and provide troubleshooting and analysis services for enterprises.
• Develop a network data platform based on network metadata, providing metrics that accurately reflect the status and trends of the network in real-time.