Senior Software Engineer - WebAssembly

Company: Mozilla
Location: Seattle
Posted on: August 8, 2022

Job Description:

The OpportunityAre you excited about web technologies and the applications built on them that enrich users' lives? Do you have a passion for learning how computers work at their lowest level? Are you interested in learning about compilers and programming languages?We are looking for a skilled developer for our WebAssembly team, which develops the WebAssembly engine that powers high-performance experiences in the Firefox browser. The team is distributed across the US, Canada and Europe, where our culture is focused on strong collaboration, teamwork, and a good work life balance.What You Will Get To DoAs a WebAssembly Engineer at Mozilla you'll be instrumental in the continued advancement of the WebAssembly language and the Web platform at large. Opportunities to learn innovative technologies abound, and working in the open is the norm. Responsibilities include writing code, tests, and specifications, while building prototypes, solving problems, analyzing data and improving performance. You will have the opportunity to engage with the WebAssembly Working Group and community on standardization efforts.What You Bring

• Proficient with C++ or another systems programming language
• Experience with WebAssembly, JavaScript VM's or a strong interest in learning
• Creative problem-solver, proficient at debugging and strong collaboration skills
• Ability to learn a large and complex code base
• A general strong interest in continued learning and improving your abilities Bonus PointsWe value a variety of voices. You don't need to check every box on this list to apply.
  • Knowledge of general systems architecture (such as x86, x64, ARM, ARM64, etc)
  • Experience in systems programming: compilers, garbage collectors, or virtual machines
  • Experience with performance analysis
  • Experience with internet standards such as WebAssembly CG or TC39
  • Interest in working on open source software About MozillaMozilla exists to build the Internet as a public resource accessible to all because we believe that open and free is better than closed and controlled. When you work at Mozilla, you give yourself a chance to make a difference in the lives of Web users everywhere. And you give us a chance to make a difference in your life every single day. Join us to work on the Web as the platform and help create more opportunity and innovation for everyone online.Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belongingMozilla understands that valuing diverse creative practices and forms of knowledge are crucial to and enrich the company's core mission. We encourage applications from everyone, including members of all equity-seeking communities, such as (but certainly not limited to) women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions.We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, as appropriate. Please contact us at hiringaccommodation@mozilla.com to request accommodation.We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race (including hairstyle and texture), religion (including religious grooming and dress practices), gender, gender identity, gender expression, color, national origin, pregnancy, ancestry, domestic partner status, disability, sexual orientation, age, genetic predisposition, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable laws. Mozilla will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics or any other unlawful behavior, conduct, or purpose.Group: DReq ID: R1965

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