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Senior Software Engineer - Layout (CSS and API Support), Mozilla Corporation, Portland, Oregon: Improve Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) style system, within Mozilla’s Gecko Engine and design solutions for efficient implementation within the Firefox Browser Layout Architecture stack. Write code, browser tests, and specifications and build prototypes and reference implementations for the Firefox browser. Convert user feedback into actionable bug reports, feature designs, and input into the strategic direction of Web Platform to make Firefox more effective and efficient. Refactor existing code to optimize for Firefox performance, repair and update automated test scripts to adapt to changes in the codebase, and verify that released code is functioning correctly and efficiently.
Bachelor’s in Computer Science required.
Must have three years of experience programming in C++, Python, Rust, and JavaScript.
Of experience required, must have one year of experience working in the Gecko browser engine or similar.
Must also have experience working with:
- CSS Shapes, CSS Transform, CSS Motion Path, CSS Easing, and CSS Sizing;
- Resize Observer Application Programming Interface (API) and Web Animation API; and
- Bugzilla or comparable defect management and workflow tool.
Experience may be gained concurrently.
Position may be eligible for telecommuting from anywhere in the United States.
Apply online: careers.mozilla.org/listings.
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Mozilla exists to build the Internet as a public resource accessible to all because we believe that open and free is better than closed and controlled. When you work at Mozilla, you give yourself a chance to make a difference in the lives of Web users everywhere. And you give us a chance to make a difference in your life every single day. Join us to work on the Web as the platform and help create more opportunity and innovation for everyone online.
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