Full-Time

Staff Test Engineer

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Mozilla

Mozilla

501-1,000 employees

Not-for-profit organization promoting internet health

Consumer Software
Social Impact
Cybersecurity

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
QA & Testing
Automation Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
Git
JUnit
Docker
TypeScript
CircleCI
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in a software automation engineering role (SDET, test engineer, etc)
  • 3+ years experience in building and testing scalable services (Services & API testing, load testing, etc)
  • Proficiency in Python, Javascript/TypeScript, and industry standard automation tools, including pytest and junit
  • Knowledge and ability to set up testing infrastructure (CircleCI, K6, Docker, Lighthouse, Playwright, Locust, GCP, etc.)
  • Ability to quickly learn and implement unfamiliar technologies
  • Detail oriented within a fast-paced work environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Analyze and tackle sophisticated software development problems spanning multiple components, sometimes outside area of expertise
  • Ability to navigate large and complex codebases as well as managing Git repositories
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on data-informed decision-making
  • Ability to break down complex problems into actionable tasks and delegate and guide other engineers to execute on a plan
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain test strategies (both functional and load) for large scale services and Mozilla products
  • Build tools, processes, and systems that allow teams to have a robust feedback loop around quality
  • Help teams build measurable understanding of code quality and product risk
  • Write, run, and maintain automated tests and identify gaps in test coverage
  • Guide the work of other test engineers and help teams write and maintain their tests and test setup
  • Work collaboratively with many teams including product, design, UX, developers, operations, and data engineers
  • Ensure our ship process is fast, repeatable, and dependable by managing the logistics of shipping software including building and maintaining our CI pipeline
  • Contribute towards building a healthy team culture, nurture and mentor junior engineers, be invested in your growth as well as your peers
  • Be an opinionated advocate for Testing and Quality

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.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$3.4M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mozilla's acquisition of privacy tech startup Anonym enhances its capabilities in user privacy and security.
  • The release of Firefox 2.0 Beta 2 and Firefox 121 demonstrates Mozilla's ongoing commitment to improving its flagship product.
  • Mozilla's partnerships, such as with Onerep for Mozilla Monitor Plus, highlight its dedication to comprehensive privacy services.

What critics are saying

  • Operating as a not-for-profit may limit Mozilla's financial resources compared to for-profit competitors.
  • The crowded browser market, with dominant players like Google Chrome, poses a significant challenge to Firefox's market share.

What makes Mozilla unique

  • Mozilla operates as a not-for-profit organization, reinvesting revenue into mission-driven projects rather than distributing profits to shareholders, unlike most tech companies.
  • The company's strong focus on privacy, security, and open-source technology sets it apart in a market dominated by for-profit entities.
  • Mozilla's advocacy and educational initiatives through the Mozilla Foundation further distinguish it as a mission-driven entity committed to internet health.

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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.