Senior WebKit Developer

Acesoft Labs; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Acesoft Labs in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior WebKit Developer to lead browser engine and media application work, architect new features, optimize performance, and mentor junior engineers. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across product, QA, and UX to deliver high-quality web experiences.

The role requires 3–6 years in C, C++, WebKit, Linux with Python/Perl/CMake exposure; knowledge of HTTP/WebSockets, MSE/EME, and modern tooling is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 years of experience in C, C++, and WebKit development.
• Exposure to Linux and development tools such as Python, Perl, and CMake.
• Strong knowledge of HTTP, TCP/IP, TLS, WebSockets, and other web standards.
• Experience with performance profiling and multi-threaded programming.
• Experience with Agile Scrum-based development.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation in the browser engine and media application technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and implement features.
• Optimize performance and mentor junior developers.
• Contribute to an inclusive and forward-thinking organization, shaping user experiences.

Skills

WebKit Development

C

C++

Linux

Python

Perl

CMake

HTTP/TCP/IP/TLS/WebSockets

OpenGL

MSE/EME

Git

Multi-threading

Agile Scrum

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Job Title

Senior WebKit Developer

Mandatory Skills

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in C, C++, and WebKit development. Exposure to Linux and common development tools such as Python, Perl, and CMake

Desirable Skills

multithreading, CMake, WebSockets, MSE, EME

Job Description

Attention all WebKit Developers!

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior WebKit Developer to drive innovation in our browser engine and media application technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and implement cutting-edge features, optimize performance, and mentor junior developers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an inclusive and forward-thinking organization, where your expertise in WebKit, programming, and web standards will shape the future of user experiences.

Primary Skills:

• WebKit Development: Extensive experience in developing and maintaining WebKit and web-based Media applications.
• Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in C, C++ andLinux with exposure to common tools such as Python, Perl and CMake
• Web Standards and Protocols: Knowledge of HTTP, TCP/IP, TLS, WebSockets, and other web standards.
• Graphics: Experience with 2D drawing using OpenGL or similar frameworks
• Media: Knowledge of HTMLMediaElement, MSE, EME, general media-related knowledge
• Version Control: Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Communication and Collaboration: Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Performance Optimization: Familiarity with performance profiling and optimization techniques, including multi-threaded programming and concurrency management to improve execution efficiency.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience with Agile Scrum-based development.

Good to have Skills:

• Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and common specifications.
• Significant contributions to open-source projects, especially WebKit.
• Knowledge of other web rendering engines like Blink (used in Chromium) and Gecko (used in Firefox).
• Knowledge of modern CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins and GitLab CI/CD.
• Knowledge of web security best practices.

Proven track record of leading projects and delivering high-quality software