Desktop Integrations Engineer

Mozilla; Cocoa (FL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mozilla is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to contribute to developing and improving Firefox features. This role requires proficiency in C/C++ and experience with systems-level programming, focusing on delivering high-quality software in a collaborative environment. The position offers a range of benefits including performance-based bonuses and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Generous performance-based bonus plans

Rich medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous retirement contributions

Quarterly all-company wellness days

One-time home office stipend

Quarterly well-being stipend

Considerable paid parental leave

Employee referral bonus program

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with systems-level programming on at least one major platform (Windows, macOS).
• Solid programming skills in C/C++.
• Effective communicator and collaborator, especially in distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of Firefox features related to installs, updates, and OS integrations.
• Help implement enhancements to the Firefox installation and update experience.
• Tackle platform-specific challenges in low-level operating system integration.

Skills

C/C++

Systems-level programming

Effective communication

Collaboration

Job description

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Why Mozilla?

The Mozilla Corporation is wholly owned by the non-profit 501(c) Mozilla Foundation. This means we aren’t beholden to any shareholders — only to our mission. Along with thousands of volunteer contributors and collaborators all over the world, Mozillians design, build and distribute open-source software that enables people to enjoy the internet on their terms.

About this team:

About the role:

A Senior Software Engineer contributes to architectural discussions, and driving feature development within a team. At Mozilla, Senior Engineers are expected to work independently on scoped projects, collaborate closely with peers, and play a key role in delivering high-quality software that aligns with team goals.

What you’ll do:

• Contribute to the development and improvement of Firefox features related to installs, updates, and OS integrations.
• Help implement enhancements to the Firefox installation and update experience, using data insights to guide development.
• Tackle platform-specific challenges in low-level operating system integration on Windows and/or macOS.
• Collaborate with your manager and teammates to scope and prioritize work in alignment with the team’s goals.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical discussions with peers.
• Take ownership of complex bugs and lead efforts to improve the Firefox experience for hundreds of millions of users.
• Work closely with your geographically distributed team in a highly collaborative environment.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience with systems-level programming on at least one major platform (Windows, macOS).
• Solid programming skills in C/C++.
• Effective communicator and collaborator, especially in distributed teams.
• Ability to break down technical work and make steady progress within project timelines.
• A collaborative mindset and a desire to contribute to team success.

Bonus Points

• Programming experience in Rust.
• Experience working with Windows and/or macOS APIs at a low level (e.g., Win32, Cocoa).
• Additional experience with Linux, or macOS internals.
• Contributions to open source projects.

We value a variety of voices within our team and at Mozilla. You don't need to check every box on this list to apply.

What you’ll get:

• Generous performance-based bonus plans to all regular employees - we share in our success as one team
• Rich medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous retirement contributions with 100% immediate vesting (regardless of whether you contribute)
• Quarterly all-company wellness days where everyone takes a pause together
• Country specific holidays plus a day off for your birthday
• One-time home office stipend
• Quarterly well-being stipend
• Considerable paid parental leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Other benefits (life/AD&D, disability, EAP, etc. - varies by country)

About Mozilla

Mozilla 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 belonging

Mozilla 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 orientation s, 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 [e-mail] 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.

At Mozilla, we’re serving humanity—by maintaining a safe, open internet—while alsohelping the individual humans employed here to reach their personal andprofessional goals. With a relatively small team serving hundreds of millions ofpeople, a culture of exploration, and a commitment to mentorship, opportunitiesabound to learn and grow at Mozilla.

• Purpose is built into our work, with our mission driving every decision
• We challenge assumptions, the status quo, ourselves, and each other
• We are transparent: in our code, our business partnerships, and our everydayinteractions
• We seek out people from diverse backgrounds and with perspectives differentfrom our own
• We pair purpose with performance and put people ahead of profit

Our impact is global

• 1000+ paid staff from over 30 countries
• Thousands of volunteer contributors across six continents
• 2 global offices: Berlin and Toronto
• 9 coworking space locations: San Francisco, San Mateo, London, Paris, Portland, Tulsa, Vancouver, Chicago, and Bellevue
• Hundreds of home offices globally

Our benefits are world-class

• Flexible work environment (majority of Mozillians work remotely)
• Industry-leading paid parental leave (up to 26 weeks of fully paid leave forchildbearing parents and up to 12 weeks for non-childbearing parents)
• Reimbursement for professional development (up to $3,000/year)
• A work setup including the latest hardware and software of your choice