The Browser Company

Staff Software Engineer, Windows Product

North America

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 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. Browsers are unique as they are shared by parents and children. We believe the browser could do so much more – it can empower and support the amazing things we do on the internet. We're building a diverse team to accomplish this mission, encouraging women, people of color, and others from historically marginalized groups to apply.

About The Role

As a Product Engineer for Windows, you’ll help bring Dia (our second browser product) to life for hundreds of thousands of Windows users, ensuring it feels as polished, intuitive, and delightful as it does on other platforms. You’ll guide the UI for Dia — a first-of-its-kind browser with an AI-assistant built using Swift on Windows.

Overall You Will...

  • Build for Windows: Lead the UI development of Dia for Windows, ensuring it integrates seamlessly with the platform’s unique features and conventions.
  • Shape the Product: Contribute as an early team member to decisions about architecture, user experience, and technical trade-offs, ensuring Dia is a joy to use on Windows.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Design, Infrastructure, and Data Teams to create a browser experience that feels native to Windows.
  • Solve Complex Problems: Tackle challenges like performance optimization, memory management, and compatibility to deliver a fast, reliable, and secure Swift on Windows browser.

Within 1 Month You Will...

  • Get onboarded onto the team and codebase with an onboarding buddy.
  • Receive onboarding presentations on feedback processes, startup phases, technical strategy, and more.
  • Become familiar with Chromium, Swift, and the development environment across Mac and Windows.
  • Ship a few bug fixes and features across the codebase.
  • Pair program with a large portion of the engineering team.

Within 3 Months You Will...

  • Have owned building numerous core features of Dia on Windows.
  • Be a primary point of contact for bugs and product iterations within core parts of our Windows application.
  • Be involved in product discussions

Requirements

  • Not Specified

Responsibilities

  • Not Specified

Application Instructions

  • Not Specified

Skills

Swift
Windows UI Development
Chromium
Performance Optimization
Memory Management
Compatibility
Cross-platform Development

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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