Tech Lead Backend Software Engineer

ByteDanceSan Jose, United Stateslast year

As a Software Engineer on our Backend team, you will

Develop large-scale software systems that power the Lemon8 app.
Improve system design and architecture to ensure high stability and performance of the services.
Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work in rapid product development.

Responsibilities

Design system model and business architecture that meets international business needs and has scalability based on business functionalities and industry best practices.
Collaborate with Product Managers and work with multiple business partners to initiate and develop software solutions.
Ensure the quality and stability of the system, and provide guidance to engineers at all levels to continuously optimize the system.
Cooperate with global XFN teams to support new product innovations and business proposals, and continuously explore new initiatives from the engineering perspective.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related areas.
5+ years of experience in one or more programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, etc.
Strong programming fundamentals with excellent design and coding style.
Proficient experience in designing, evaluating, and optimizing the efficiency, scalability, and stability of complex distributed systems.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in building backend services for large-scale consumer-facing applications.
Experience in building social/community products.

FAQ

Is the Tech Lead Backend Software Engineer position at ByteDance remote?: Yes. This role was posted on Remote Frontend Jobs, a job board that lists exclusively fully remote positions.
When was this Tech Lead Backend Software Engineer job posted?: This listing was posted on May 11, 2025 and is still open for applications.
How do I apply for the Tech Lead Backend Software Engineer position at ByteDance?: Use the apply button on this page — it takes you directly to the employer’s application page.