Firefox Security Student Worker (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Firefox Security Student Worker (Cybersecurity): Contributing to the security of the Firefox browser by implementing security features and automating team processes with an accent on web security and platform hardening. Focus on collaborating with the open-source community and applying secure software development practices in C++ and Python.

Location: Must be enrolled in a university in Germany and willing to occasionally visit the office in Berlin.

Company

hirify.global is a non-profit-backed technology company dedicated to keeping the internet open, free, and accessible to all through products like the Firefox web browser.

What you will do

• Secure the web browsing experience for millions of users.
• Implement or expand web security features in Firefox using C++.
• Improve or automate existing team processes using Python.
• Receive mentorship from seasoned web and security experts.
• Collaborate with the wider open-source community.
• Propose and drive independent security projects.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a university in Germany.
• Must be willing to occasionally visit the office in Berlin.
• Fluent English proficiency required.
• Experience in web development and version control systems.
• Experience in programming with Python and secure software development practices.
• Interest in conducting software engineering work in an open-source environment.

Nice to have

• Experience with C/C++ and memory safety concepts.
• Contributions to open-source or group projects.
• Understanding of web security APIs like Content Security Policy or Subresource Integrity.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Competitive compensation based on hours worked.
• Opportunity to work on a globally impactful open-source product.
• Mentorship from industry experts.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.