Research Intern(Virtual Network) - 2026 Start (PhD)

ByteDance
San Jose
Workplace: OnsiteInternshipFunction: Research & Scientific (R&D)Education: phdSkills: ["Communication","Teamwork","Continuous learning"]

Work on ByteDance’s Virtual Network-US team to research and develop network virtualization infrastructure, focusing on hardware-accelerated central gateway and host networking components. Collaborate with academia and open-source communities, perform deep-dive analysis of new networking technologies, and help translate research into product impact and academic papers. This PhD internship is for the 2026 start date.

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ByteDance
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Research Intern(Virtual Network) - 2026 Start (PhD)

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Job Summary

Work on ByteDance’s Virtual Network-US team to research and develop network virtualization infrastructure, focusing on hardware-accelerated central gateway and host networking components. Collaborate with academia and open-source communities, perform deep-dive analysis of new networking technologies, and help translate research into product impact and academic papers. This PhD internship is for the 2026 start date.
Location: San Jose
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Internship
Job Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)
Seniority: Intern level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop hardware acceleration technologies to optimize central gateway and host networking components.
  • •Collaborate with academia and open source communities on joint development.
  • •Follow the latest technologies from academia and industry and conduct deep-dive analysis.
  • •Present research and products in academic papers.

Key Requirements

  • •Currently pursuing a PhD in computer networking or a related technical discipline.
  • •Experience in at least one area: P4 on Tofino and/or Pensando DPU, NPL on TD4/TD5, C with DPDK, or RDMA protocols and AI networking.
  • •Commit to proactive continuous learning and quickly grasp/apply new technologies.
  • •Strong ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team.
  • •Preferred: frequent contributors/maintainers in networking-related open source communities.
Experience:Open source
Education:PhD / Doctorate in computer networking (or related technical discipline)
Skills:CommunicationTeamworkContinuous learning
Tech Stack:P4TofinoPensando DPUNPLTD4TD5CDPDKRDMAAI networking

Company Brief

ByteDance
Develops consumer internet and content platforms, including TikTok and other apps for short-form video, news, and entertainment. It also builds advertising, commerce, and creator tools that connect audiences, brands, and publishers across global markets.
Industry: Digital Media
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Beijing, China
Founded: 2012
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