[Remote] Machine Learning Engineer Intern (Global E-commerce Risk Control) - 2026 Summer (BS/MS)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ByteDance is a global technology company known for its innovative products, including TikTok. They are seeking a Machine Learning Engineer Intern to help develop and implement machine learning algorithms to manage business risks in Bytedance's e-commerce platforms, enhancing safety and trust for users.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative machine learning algorithms to manage business risks in Bytedance 's products and platforms
• Prototype and explore novel solutions, conduct experiments to validate hypotheses, and provide insights to Product and Tech teams
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance current automation processes
• Build efficient data querying infrastructure for real-time and offline analysis. Identify opportunities to strengthen risk defense solutions
• Define risk control metrics and promote data-driven practices. Align teams and stakeholders on numeric goals for risk control
• Document technical processes and effectively communicate results through writing, visualizations, and presentations

Skills

• Currently pursuing a BS/MS degree in Computer Science Engineering, Operations Research, or related fields
• Able to commit to working for 12 weeks during Summer 2025
• Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
• Proficiency in modern machine learning theories and applications, including ensemble trees, deep neural networks, transfer/multi-task learning, reinforcement learning, graph theory, and unsupervised learning
• Experience with Python, SQL/Hive, and Hadoop
• Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms, with excellent problem-solving ability
• Detail oriented, effective time management, and strong analytical skills
• Graduating December 2026 onwards with the intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship
• Demonstrated software engineering experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications
• Internship experience or research experience, especially in e-commerce, risk control domain
• Curiosity towards new technologies and entrepreneurship
• High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities

Benefits

• Day one access to health insurance
• Life insurance
• Wellbeing benefits
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time (56 hours if hired in first half of year, 40 if hired in second half of year)
• Housing allowance

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