Contract Software Engineer – DOM Core, Firefox/Gecko

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Assist the Firefox DOM Core team in enhancing the health of the Session History component.

• Develop Web-Platform tests to increase test coverage, along with Gecko mochitests as required.

• Resolve issues and pass tests to enhance the correctness of Gecko.

• Collaborate through code reviews with the relevant owners of Gecko modules and iterate towards successful integration.

• Boost the test coverage and code accuracy of Session History in Gecko, as assessed by the number of passed test cases, enabling senior engineers to concentrate on security, performance, and strategic initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Significant experience working with a browser-engine codebase or in browser-engine automation, preferably with Firefox/Gecko.

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, utilizing this skill to develop automated tests.

• Expertise in C++ and experience in software development using this language.

• Excellent debugging capabilities within a large, mature codebase.

• Ability to work in an open environment: engaging in public bugs, code reviews, and upstream integration.

• Previous contributions to Gecko or another prominent browser engine.

• Understanding of web standards and Web Platform Tests.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.

• Flexible work hours and the option for remote work.