Internship

Mobile Engineering Intern

Posted on 3/6/2024

Mozilla

Mozilla

1,001-5,000 employees

Not-for-profit organization promoting internet health

Compensation Overview

$30/hr

Remote

This role requires the intern to be enrolled in a university and available to come to the Toronto offices during regular working hours depending on their schedule. The role also involves working with a distributed team, which requires good asynchronous written communication skills as well as good verbal communication skills.

Category
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Java
iOS/Swift
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Proficiency in Java, Swift, Kotlin, or C/C++
  • Experience with API / Interface design
  • Enrollment in a university and availability to work in Toronto offices during regular working hours
  • Fluency in English
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Interest or experience in building mobile applications
  • Ability to work with a distributed team
  • Desire to improve Firefox and the web in general
  • Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
  • Ability to approach an existing codebase and improve its architecture
Responsibilities
  • Design, debug, build, and ship mobile solutions that promote a healthy and inclusive internet
  • Become a member of a hardworking, diverse, and geographically distributed team delivering mobile components, application improvements, and features
  • Write code and tests, build prototypes, tackle problems with no clear solution, collaborate with other designers and engineers to make the web a better place
  • Learn about a wide variety of problems that can span from backend to frontend including analytics and experimentation
Desired Qualifications
  • Unafraid of asking questions and proposing new ideas
  • Love of helping colleagues grow and get better at what they do

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 mission-driven projects rather than distributing profits. This unique approach differentiates Mozilla from traditional for-profit companies, as it prioritizes user empowerment and internet health. In addition to its browser, Mozilla offers premium services like Mozilla VPN and engages in advocacy through the Mozilla Foundation, supporting open-source projects and internet literacy initiatives. The goal of Mozilla is to create a better internet for everyone by focusing on ethical practices and user-centric products.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$3.5M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for privacy-focused products aligns with Mozilla's emphasis on user privacy.
  • The rise of open-source software adoption benefits Mozilla's projects and community engagement.
  • Expansion of the VPN market presents opportunities for Mozilla's VPN service growth.

What critics are saying

  • Mixed reviews for Firefox 4 for Android could impact mobile browser market share.
  • Thundermail faces challenges competing against feature-rich ecosystems like Gmail and Microsoft 365.
  • Security vulnerabilities in Firefox could affect user trust and Mozilla's privacy reputation.

What makes Mozilla unique

  • Mozilla operates as a not-for-profit, focusing on user empowerment and internet health.
  • Mozilla's open-source approach fosters community engagement and transparency in its product development.
  • Mozilla reinvests revenue into mission-driven projects, prioritizing privacy and security over profit.

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Benefits

Insurance, Health & Wellness. Health Insurance.

Financial & Retirement.

401k Plan

Family & Parenting.

Work From Home.

Vacation & Time Off.

Perks & Discounts. Free Lunch or Snacks.

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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