The Browser Company

Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

North America

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Internet, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not specified

The Browser Company is building a better way to use the internet. We believe the browser can do so much more – it can empower and support the amazing things we do on the internet. This role involves building tools and systems that enable developers to be happier and more productive, focusing on improving the build, test, and release loops. You'll work across multiple operating systems and contribute to upstreaming work to benefit the open-source community.

Requirements

  • Experience with software development (details not specified)
  • Familiarity with build, test, and release systems (details not specified)
  • Knowledge of Swift, Golang, and Python (preferred)
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines
  • Ability to identify inefficiencies and propose solutions
  • Desire to contribute to the open-source community

Responsibilities

  • Proactively identify inefficiencies across the build, test, and release loops and spearhead projects to make them better.
  • Work at different layers of the stack and on developer environments across multiple operating systems (Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android).
  • Dig into physical and virtualized environments to resolve ergonomic, performance, and configuration issues within the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Create tools that abstract complexity for product teams and help us ship code faster, without sacrificing safety or quality.
  • Give back to the open-source community – upstreaming work.
  • Onboard to the team and codebase.
  • Attend onboarding presentations.
  • Become familiar with build, test, and release systems.
  • Work with other engineers on bug fixes and improvements.
  • Participate in #dogfooding channel feedback.
  • Contribute to projects to make engineers' lives easier with tooling and automations.
  • Understand the CI/CD pipeline deeply.
  • Ship improvements to build systems or tools.
  • Be involved in infrastructure improvement discussions.
  • Be involved in company-wide engineering discussions.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and incident support.

Application Instructions

  • Not specified

Company Information

  • Company: The Browser Company
  • Mission: Building a better way to use the internet.
  • Values: Diverse team, creative lens, empowering users, supporting amazing things, open-source contribution.
  • Current Platforms: Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
  • Website: (Implied - See Github link in job description)

Skills

CI
Swift
Windows
macOS
iOS
Android
Debugging
Build Systems
Test Systems
Release Systems

The Browser Company

Develops a user-friendly web browser

About The Browser Company

The Browser Company develops a web browser called Arc, which focuses on providing a more intuitive and organized online experience for users. Arc is designed to be user-friendly and efficient, aiming to improve how people interact with the internet compared to traditional browsers. Unlike many existing browsers, Arc seeks to streamline the browsing process, making it easier for users to manage their online activities. The Browser Company differentiates itself from competitors by targeting a more modern and simplified user experience, backed by a team of experienced professionals from notable tech companies. Their goal is to enhance the way users navigate the web, potentially disrupting the current browser market with their fresh approach.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$133.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Consumer SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Home Office Stipend
Paid Parental Leave

Risks

Arc's recent security vulnerability could undermine user trust and adoption.
Dia may face competition from established AI-integrated browsers like Microsoft's Edge.
The freemium model may limit revenue if premium features aren't compelling.

Differentiation

Arc offers a more personal and creative browsing experience than traditional browsers.
The Browser Company is led by seasoned tech professionals from Instagram, Tesla, and Google.
Arc's AI-powered features, like 'Call Arc', enhance user interaction and efficiency.

Upsides

The Browser Company raised $50 million, valuing it at $550 million.
Growing demand for personalized browsing experiences supports Arc's market entry.
The launch of AI-centric browser Dia could attract a wider audience in 2025.

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