Senior Software Engineer – DevOps Platform
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Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Open Source, BrowserIndustries
Requirements
- Proven Python skills, including building services
- Front-end development experience, including JavaScript proficiency
- Experience with Python frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, Django), Cloud Services (e.g., GCP, AWS) and REST
- Solid understanding of databases and SQL
- Experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., GitHub Actions, CircleCI) and test harnesses
- Comfortable working cross-platform, familiar with at least 2 of: Windows, Linux, Mac, Android
- A passion for enhancing developer productivity
- Commitment to Mozilla's values: Welcoming differences, Being relationship-minded, Practicing responsible participation, Having grit
Responsibilities
- Improve Firefox development workflows to reduce time spent testing and debugging test failures as well as more integration/automation of workflows
- Work with a geographically-distributed development team
- Mentor other team members and be mentored by more senior team members
- Collaborate with other teams by providing code review and technical direction
- Look at data, make dashboards, identify trends in Firefox development workflow
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for this Senior Software Engineer position?
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Is this role remote or does it require working from an office?
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What skills are required for this Senior Software Engineer role?
Required skills include proven Python skills for building services, front-end development with JavaScript proficiency, experience with Python frameworks like FastAPI/Flask/Django, cloud services like GCP/AWS and REST, solid understanding of databases and SQL, experience with CI/CD systems like GitHub Actions/CircleCI, and comfort working cross-platform on at least two of Windows/Linux/Mac/Android.
What are Mozilla's core values mentioned in the job description?
Mozilla's values include welcoming differences, being relationship-minded, practicing responsible participation, and having grit.
What makes a strong candidate for this role?
Strong candidates have the required technical skills in Python, JavaScript, frameworks, cloud, databases, CI/CD, and cross-platform work, plus a passion for enhancing developer productivity and commitment to Mozilla's values. Bonus points for deep version control knowledge, containerization with Docker, large-scale CI experience, and data analysis comfort.
Mozilla
Not-for-profit organization promoting internet health
About Mozilla
Mozilla operates as a not-for-profit organization focused on promoting an open and accessible internet. Its main product is the Firefox browser, which emphasizes user privacy and security. Mozilla generates revenue through partnerships and search engine royalties, allowing it to reinvest in projects that enhance internet health rather than distributing profits to shareholders. This commitment to user empowerment and ethical practices sets Mozilla apart from traditional for-profit tech companies. Additionally, Mozilla engages in advocacy and educational initiatives through the Mozilla Foundation, supporting open-source projects and internet literacy programs. The goal of Mozilla is to create a better internet for everyone by prioritizing user-centric products and fostering a healthier online ecosystem.
Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$3.4MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Insurance, Health & Wellness. Health Insurance.
Financial & Retirement.
401k Plan
Family & Parenting.
Work From Home.
Vacation & Time Off.
Perks & Discounts. Free Lunch or Snacks.
Risks
Privacy complaint against Mozilla could damage its reputation as a privacy-focused organization.
Layoffs at Mozilla Foundation may disrupt operations and affect innovation.
Integration challenges may arise from Anonym's acquisition due to cultural differences.
Differentiation
Mozilla operates as a not-for-profit, prioritizing user empowerment over profit.
Mozilla reinvests revenue into mission-driven projects, unlike traditional for-profit companies.
Mozilla's open-source technology and privacy focus distinguish it in the tech industry.
Upsides
Mozilla's acquisition of Anonym enhances its privacy and security offerings.
The launch of Mozilla Monitor Plus meets growing demand for privacy solutions.
Laura Chambers' appointment as CEO may bring strategic insights to Mozilla.
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