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Senior Software Engineer (Firefox Desktop)
94 000 - 151 000CAD
Job description
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TL;DR
Senior Software Engineer (Firefox Desktop): Developing and optimizing core browser features related to installation, updates, and OS integration with an accent on low-level platform-specific challenges. Focus on building high-quality, secure, and performant code for Windows and macOS environments to improve the experience for millions of users.
Location: Must be based in Canada
Salary: $94,000 – $151,000 CAD
Company
is a mission-driven, non-profit-backed technology company dedicated to keeping the internet open, free, and accessible to everyone.
What you will do
- Contribute to the development and improvement of Firefox features related to installs, updates, and OS integrations.
- Implement enhancements to the installation and update experience using data-driven insights.
- Tackle platform-specific challenges in low-level operating system integration on Windows and macOS.
- Collaborate with a geographically distributed team to scope and prioritize work.
- Participate in code reviews and lead efforts to resolve complex bugs.
Requirements
- Must be based in Canada
- 3-5 years of experience as a Software Engineer.
- Solid programming skills in C/C++.
- Experience with systems-level programming on Windows or macOS.
- Ability to break down technical work and collaborate effectively in a distributed team.
Nice to have
- Programming experience in Rust.
- Experience with low-level APIs such as Win32 or Cocoa.
- Experience with Linux or macOS internals.
- Contributions to open-source projects.
Culture & Benefits
- Generous performance-based bonus plans.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous retirement contributions with 100% immediate vesting.
- Annual professional development budget and quarterly well-being stipends.
- Paid parental leave and birthday time off.