Contract Senior Software Engineer - WebGL (Color/Graphics)

Posted 5 Hours Ago
2 Locations
Remote
Senior level
Internet of Things
The Role
Diagnose and fix WebGL bugs in Gecko using C++ and Rust, including security issues. Develop and land tested fixes, participate in code reviews, manage the WebGL bug queue, and improve Firefox graphics functionality. The role requires graphics or GPU experience, strong multithreaded debugging skills, and familiarity with sandbox and IPC architectures. Browser-engine, Gecko, security research, or fuzzing experience is preferred.
Summary Generated by Built In
The role

You will diagnose and fix WebGL bugs in Gecko and improve its functionality and security within the Firefox graphics team.

Responsibilities
  • Diagnose and fix WebGL bugs in Gecko (C++/Rust), including security bugs
  • Write tests, work through code review with graphics module owners, and land fixes, with uplifts where needed.
  • Keep the ongoing WebGL bug queue under control 
Definition of done

Reviewed WebGL fixes and new code landed with tests

Required qualifications
  • Strong C++ (Rust a plus).
  • Graphics / GPU experience, ideally WebGL.
  • Security mindset, and comfort with sandbox and IPC architectures (WebGL is a security target).
  • Strong debugging in a multithreaded codebase.
Preferred
  • Prior browser-engine / Gecko experience.
  • Security research or fuzzing experience.

Skills Required

  • Strong C++ experience
  • Rust experience
  • Graphics or GPU experience, ideally WebGL
  • Security mindset and comfort with sandbox and IPC architectures
  • Strong debugging skills in a multithreaded codebase
  • Prior browser-engine or Gecko experience
  • Security research or fuzzing experience

Mozilla Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is fully employer‑paid in the U.S. and Canada, with generous coverage noted in most other countries. Mental‑health care access, including therapy and coaching, is emphasized.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is described as substantial for both childbearing and non‑childbearing parents in the U.S. and Canada. Family‑friendly policies extend to dependent healthcare coverage.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Performance‑based bonus plans are offered to all regular employees, with individual targets and quarterly opportunities. This cash‑oriented model provides predictable, company‑wide incentive structures.

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