Principal Web Platform Engineer

Job Title: Browser Engineer
Job Type: Contract or Permanent
Location: Helsinki, Finland

Relocation Required - Non Negotiable

Our client are a global telecommunication company.

Brief:
We are looking for a seasoned Browser Engineer with deep expertise in Chromium/Blink internals to help us build innovative, secure, and high-performance browsing experiences across platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android). You’ll play a key role in designing and implementing core browser features, contributing upstream, and shaping the direction of modern web platforms.

Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and optimize browser features using Chromium/Blink (UI, Autofill, CSS, WebView, Rendering).
Lead development of cross-platform (desktop and mobile) browser products.
Collaborate with open-source communities and contribute upstream to Chromium/Blink.
Develop secure, modular components (e.g., biometric login, Web Payments, secure DNS).
Work closely with designers, product managers, and QA to deliver high-quality features.

Key Requirements:
5+ years of experience in browser development with Chromium/Blink.
Strong proficiency in C++, Java, and Android/iOS SDKs.
Proven contributions to Chromium/Blink (e.g., committer-level participation).
Experience with web standards (CSS, Autofill, Web Payments, Password Manager).
Familiarity with secure coding practices and mobile/browser security.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Desirables:
Experience building Chromium-based browsers from scratch (desktop and/or Android).
Integration experience with generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT in browser search).
Public speaking at dev events (e.g., BlinkOn, GDG).
Previous work on PC browser launches or mobile biometric login infrastructure.

Please get in touch with daniel@microtech-global.com to hear more about this incredible position