Contract Staff Software Engineer - Performance Graphics (C++,Rust, WebGL)

About the Position

We are looking for a Contract Staff Software Engineer - Performance Graphics (C++, Rust, WebGL) to join our team remotely in Canada. You will be responsible for the ongoing maintenance and engineering work in Firefox’s Graphics area, ensuring the graphics code remains healthy.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day Graphics maintenance: bug fixes, regressions, test upkeep, incoming issues.
• Diagnose and fix graphics problems across platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android).
• Carry out code review and routine upkeep so the full-time engineers can focus on performance.

Definition of Done

A healthy Graphics area, backlog and regressions kept down, with the team’s senior engineers freed to focus on performance.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in C++ and/or Rust.
• Knowledge of graphics frameworks and GPU architecture.
• Strong debugging and optimization skills in a multithreaded codebase.
• Ability to work independently and lead technically in a large, mature codebase.

Preferred Skills

• Shader languages
• Experience with mobile/Android
• Open-source collaboration

Salary

• Canada Tier 1 Locations: $145,800 - $186,172 CAD/year
• Canada Tier 2 Locations: $131,400 - $154,600 CAD/year

We Offer

• Opportunity to work remotely in Canada
• Competitive salary
• Engaging work in a leading tech company

About the Company

Mozilla is a global non-profit dedicated to ensuring the internet is a global public resource, open and accessible to all. Join our team to help shape the future of the web.

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