Senior Front End Software Engineer (Autofill)
Quick Summary
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps.
The Senior Front End Software Engineer will help maintain and advance critical browser extension capabilities, particularly autofill and form detection. This role focuses on making password management experiences seamless and reliable across browsers and evolving web interfaces. You will investigate low-level browser behavior, including DOM interactions, content scripts, and form events, to diagnose complex compatibility challenges. Working within a specialized engineering team, you will improve product functionality and build comprehensive browser UI automation tests. You will also contribute to the adoption of agentic AI workflows that make software development more efficient while preserving high standards of security and quality. This is a fully remote opportunity for an engineer who enjoys complex technical problem-solving, open-source software, and improving internet security.
-
Become a technical expert and trusted authority on browser extension autofill functionality and form change detection.
-
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve a comprehensive suite of browser UI automation tests.
-
Enhance autofill and form detection capabilities to support emerging web interface patterns and ensure reliable integration across browsers.
-
Investigate browser-specific behavior and troubleshoot complex issues involving the DOM, content scripts, form events, and other browser mechanics.
-
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, collaborative learning, and knowledge-sharing activities across the Engineering team.
-
Contribute occasional bug fixes and improvements submitted by the open-source user community.
-
Help establish and implement agentic AI workflows and engineering tools that improve development practices while maintaining security, reliability, and software quality.
-
Document complex technical solutions and communicate findings, decisions, and best practices to engineering colleagues.
Requirements
~1 min read-
Deep understanding of browser UI behavior, including DOM manipulation and content scripts.
-
Proficiency in vanilla JavaScript and TypeScript.
-
Experience with a modern front-end framework such as Angular (preferred), React, or Vue.
-
Understanding of browser extension development and the technical considerations involved in building cross-browser functionality.
-
Strong problem-solving and investigative skills, with the ability to research unfamiliar technical challenges, identify solutions, and communicate findings clearly.
-
Experience documenting complex technical concepts and sharing knowledge with other engineers.
-
Proficiency with source control systems such as Git, SVN/Subversion, or TFS.
-
Hands-on experience building or integrating agentic AI systems into software engineering workflows.
-
Ability to assess when webpage fields can be safely populated and evaluate the reliability of software operating across web interfaces that are outside your control.
-
Interest in applying AI meaningfully to specialized, low-level engineering work.
-
Collaborative, adaptable, and open-minded approach, with authenticity and strong communication skills.
-
Genuine enthusiasm for open-source software and improving internet security.
Candidates who do not meet every listed qualification are still encouraged to apply. Diverse experiences and skills are valued, and reasonable accommodations are available during the interview process.
What We Offer
~2 min readLocation & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $140,000–$200,000 a year
- 9% below the $187,500 median for Software Engineer jobs on Jobera (7,202 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 11, 2026
- First seen
- November 11, 2026
- Last seen
- November 11, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 80%
- Scored at
- November 11, 2026
Signal breakdown
Similar Software Engineer jobs
View all →Browse Similar Jobs
Stay ahead of the market
Get the latest job openings, salary trends, and hiring insights delivered to your inbox every week.
No spam. Unsubscribe at any time.