Senior Software Engineer (Localization)
The Senior Software Engineer (Localization) role at Mozilla involves contributing to the development and maintenance of localization infrastructure across Mozilla's products and services. The Localization Team manages tools like moz-l10n and Pontoon, supporting a global community of volunteer localizers. Mozilla, known for pioneering products like Firefox, is committed to making the internet better for people, focusing on areas such as AI, social media, and security.
Key responsibilities include developing Python and JavaScript libraries to support localization infrastructure, enhancing internationalization within the Firefox codebase, designing and implementing new features in Pontoon, and engaging with the community of volunteer developers and localizers. The role also involves collaborating effectively with teammates and internal clients across regions and time zones.
Required qualifications include strong experience in developing and maintaining libraries and tools using Python and JavaScript, a solid understanding of web technologies and modern development workflows, and experience with open-source development practices. The candidate should have excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed team. Professional fluency in English is required.
Compensation includes generous performance-based bonus plans, rich medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous retirement contributions with immediate vesting, quarterly all-company wellness days, country-specific holidays plus a day off for your birthday, a one-time home office stipend, an annual professional development budget, a quarterly well-being stipend, considerable paid parental leave, and an employee referral bonus program.
Mozilla fosters a culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The company encourages applications from all equity-seeking communities and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Working at Mozilla offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of web users worldwide and to contribute to an open and free internet.