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Tech Lead - Data Infrastructure Site Reliability Seattle Regular

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Join us as we work together to inspire creativity and enrich life around the globe. Location: Seattle Team: Technology Employment Type: Regular Job Code: A223980A Responsibilities
Team Introduction: Our Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team combines software and systems to build and operate large-scale, distributed systems with high reliability and efficiency. In this role, you’ll apply your expertise in coding, algorithms, complexity analysis, and system design to solve scaling and reliability challenges. We’re looking for a Technical Lead (SRE) who can provide deep technical leadership, drive architectural improvements, and collaborate effectively across multiple organizations. You’ll partner with engineering, product, data, and infrastructure teams to deliver resilient, scalable platforms. This is a highly technical, hands-on role that requires strong problem-solving ability, clear communication, and the ability to influence without formal authority. Strong hands-on skills in the design, development, and operation of large-scale cloud infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Advertising, Machine Learning, E-commerce, and Core Infra) to drive system reliability, performance, and scalability. Lead initiatives to automate operations, eliminate toil, and improve overall system efficiency. Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive long-term reliability improvements. Promote best practices in system design, observability, performance optimization, and cost efficiency. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering, Software Development, or related fields, with a strong focus on designing, building, scaling, and operating cloud-based systems. Deep hands-on expertise in at least one of the following areas:
Databases (SQL/NoSQL) Kubernetes or container orchestration Big Data processing and storage systems (streaming and batch)
Strong knowledge of system architecture, distributed systems, and performance bottlenecks. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across engineering, product, and data science teams. Preferred Qualifications: Proven track record of driving automation, tooling, and process improvements that enhance reliability and efficiency. Experience in cost optimization and performance tuning at scale, backed by data-driven decision making. Thought leadership in adopting new technologies, improving operational practices, and influencing system design. Job Information
About Us Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content. Why Join ByteDance
Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day. As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us. Diversity & Inclusion
ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too. Reasonable Accommodation
ByteDance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Nice-to-have skills

  • Databases
  • Distributed Systems
  • Kubernetes
  • NoSQL
  • SQL
  • United States

Work experience

  • Data Infrastructure
  • Site Reliability (SRE)
  • Software Architect

Languages

  • English
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