Software Engineer Intern (Relational Database) - 2027 Summer

ByteDance is a technology company seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join its database R&D team. The intern will develop features for distributed database systems, solve complex cloud infrastructure problems, collaborate on cloud database service products, and participate in technical discussions.

What you'll do:

• Develop kernel modules or features for distributed database systems
• Solve unique, large-scale, highly complex cloud infrastructure problems
• Partner with PMs and engineers from different teams on building backend support for cloud database service products
• Participate in technical discussions related to team's product and engineering work

What they're looking for:

• - Currently pursuing a Bachelor in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• - Knowledge of database kernel, distributed system, query processing and optimization, multi-threaded programming
• - Experience coding in C/C++, Golang, Java, Python
• - Demonstrated software engineering experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications
• - Curiosity towards new technologies and entrepreneurship
• - High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities
• - Experience with open source DBMS development such as Mysql, PostgreSql and others is highly desirable

Benefits:

• Interns have day one access to health insurance, life insurance, wellbeing benefits and more.
• Interns also receive 10 paid holidays per year and paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year).
• Interns who are not working 100% remote may also be eligible for housing allowance.
• Internship program offers students hands-on experience, industry exposure, and opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges while building a strong foundation for personal and professional growth.
• Interns will gain practical experience, explore potential career paths, and participate in social events, learning programs, and development workshops alongside industry professionals.