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ByteDance lists this Machine Learning Engineer Intern (E-Commerce Risk Control)- 2027 Start (PhD) opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join us as we work together to inspire creativity and enrich life around the globe.
Location:
Seattle
Team:
Technology
Employment Type:
Intern
Job Code:
A19319A
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Responsibilities
Our team is building the next generation of AI-native risk intelligence systems to address emerging challenges driven by large-scale AIGC content production. As content creation becomes automated and adversaries adopt systematic experimentation (e.g., large-scale template variation and rapid iteration), traditional rule-based and single-model approaches are no longer sufficient. We are transitioning from monolithic LLM applications to a structured multi-agent architecture that emphasizes:
Tool-augmented reasoning (ReAct-style systems)
Modular skill composition
Execution traceability and observability
Feedback-driven system evolution
Cross-domain risk reasoning
We are looking for talented individuals to join us for an internship. PhD internships at Our Company provide students with the opportunity to actively contribute to our products and research, as well as to the organization’s future plans and emerging technologies. Our dynamic internship experience blends hands-on learning, enriching community-building and professional development events, and collaboration with industry experts.
Develop and implement innovative machine learning algorithms to manage business risks in TikTok'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.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Currently pursuing a PhD in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
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
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated software engineering experience from previous internship, work experience, coding competitions, or publications
Internship experience or research experience, especially in e-commerce, risk control domian
Curiosity towards new technologies and entrepreneurship
High levels of creativity and quick problem-solving capabilities
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
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
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