Browser Engineer

microTECH Global Limited; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

microTECH Global Limited is seeking a seasoned Browser Engineer to design, implement, and optimize features across Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android using Chromium/Blink internals. You will shape core browser functionality and contribute upstream while delivering high-performance, secure experiences.

You'll collaborate with design, product, and QA teams, lead cross‑platform development, and advance web standards like CSS, Autofill, and Web Payments, while maintaining a focus on security and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in browser development with Chromium/Blink.
• Proficient in C++, Java, and Android/iOS SDKs.
• Contributions to Chromium/Blink upstream.
• Experience with CSS, Autofill, Web Payments, Password Manager.
• Knowledge of secure coding and mobile/browser security.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement browser features using Chromium/Blink (UI, Autofill, CSS, WebView, Rendering).
• Lead development of cross-platform browser products.
• Collaborate with open-source communities and contribute upstream to Chromium/Blink.
• Develop secure, modular components (biometric login, Web Payments, secure DNS).
• Work closely with designers, product managers, and QA to deliver high-quality features.

Skills

Chromium/Blink

C++

Java

Android SDK

iOS SDK

Open source contributions

Web standards

Secure coding

Collaboration

Cross-platform dev

Tools

Android Studio

Xcode

Git

CI/CD

Chromium development tools

Job description

Job Title: Browser Engineer
Job Type: Contract or Permanent
Location: Helsinki, Finland

Relocation Required - Non Negotiable

Our client are a global telecommunication company.

Brief:
We are looking for a seasoned Browser Engineer with deep expertise in Chromium/Blink internals to help us build innovative, secure, and high-performance browsing experiences across platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android). You’ll play a key role in designing and implementing core browser features, contributing upstream, and shaping the direction of modern web platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize browser features using Chromium/Blink (UI, Autofill, CSS, WebView, Rendering).
• Lead development of cross-platform (desktop and mobile) browser products.
• Collaborate with open-source communities and contribute upstream to Chromium/Blink.
• Develop secure, modular components (e.g., biometric login, Web Payments, secure DNS).
• Work closely with designers, product managers, and QA to deliver high-quality features.

Key Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in browser development with Chromium/Blink.
• Strong proficiency in C++, Java, and Android/iOS SDKs.
• Proven contributions to Chromium/Blink (e.g., committer-level participation).
• Experience with web standards (CSS, Autofill, Web Payments, Password Manager).
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and mobile/browser security.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Desirables

• Experience building Chromium-based browsers from scratch (desktop and/or Android).
• Integration experience with generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT in browser search).
• Public speaking at dev events (e.g., BlinkOn, GDG).
• Previous work on PC browser launches or mobile biometric login infrastructure.