Senior Software Engineer (Security)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Security): Developing and optimizing Firefox's security architecture and cryptography stack with an accent on cryptographic protocols and WebPKI. Focus on implementing secure web platform features and resolving memory and performance issues in a multi-threaded environment.

Location: Remote (Sweden)

Salary: 513,000 – 684,000 SEK

Company

hirify.global is a non-profit-backed technology company that creates pioneering open-source software, most notably the privacy-minded Firefox web browser.

What you will do

• Advance Firefox's core security systems, focusing on cryptographic protocols, WebPKI, and security-sensitive web APIs.
• Design and ship standards-based, secure, and interoperable web platform security features.
• Investigate and resolve issues impacting browser stability, correctness, performance, and memory efficiency.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and implement long-term solutions for security vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to technical design, design reviews, and project planning for security initiatives.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C/C++ and a solid understanding of security principles and cryptographic protocols.
• Experience building and maintaining large-scale or security-sensitive software systems.
• Expertise in diagnosing issues in multi-threaded, cross-platform native applications.
• Must be based in Sweden.
• Familiarity with web technologies and interest or experience in Rust.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with distributed teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-based bonus plans and generous retirement contributions with immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Quarterly all-company wellness days and a day off for your birthday.
• One-time home office stipend and annual professional development budget.
• Considerable paid parental leave and quarterly well-being stipends.