Research Scientist Graduate (Multi-modal Agentic Databases)- 2027 Start (PHD)

ByteDance

$162K — $316K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completion or near completion of PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Proficient in a mainstream programming language (C/C++, Python, Go) with strong coding and algorithm skills.
  • Ability to independently design and develop complex systems.
  • Experience creating design documents and delivering independent projects.
  • Familiarity with modern data management technologies.
  • Preferred research experience with LLMs and infrastructure.
  • At least two first-author publications in reputable conferences or journals.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research surveys to innovate new system and algorithm designs.
  • Develop and implement new systems into production environments.
  • Debug existing systems and evaluate their performance.
  • Collaborate with mentors and colleagues in the lab.
  • Prepare technical reports and publish research papers.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match.
  • Paid parental leave and disability coverage.
  • Life insurance and wellbeing benefits.
  • 10 paid holidays and 10 paid sick days each year.
  • 17 days of Paid Personal Time, increasing with tenure.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities: - Do research surveys and come up with a new system and algorithm design. - Develop new systems and successfully land them into production environments - Be able to debug systems and measure system performance. - Collaborate with mentors and other lab members. - Write technical reports and publish papers. Qualification Minimum Qualifications: - Individuals who are completing or recently completed a PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. - Skilled in at least one mainstream programming language (e.g., C/C++, Python, Go), with strong coding ability, data structures, and algorithm fundamentals. - Be able to independently design and develop complex systems - Deliver design documents, independent deliverables, and demo systems - Be familiar with state-of-the-art data management technologies Preferred Qualifications: - Strong learning ability and self-motivation. Good teamwork and communication skills. - Excellent problem analysis and solving abilities. - Capable of independently exploring solutions. Strong mental resilience and adaptability when facing challenges. - Have research experience in LLMs and infrastructure is highly preferred - Have published at least two papers as first authors in conferences or journals such as SIGMOD, VLDB, ASE, FSE, NSDI/OSDI, EuroSys etc. Job Information 【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $162000 - $316800 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.

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