0to1 Engineer

About the Role

As a 0to1 Engineer, you will be working closely with various teams including Mozilla Intelligence, Harbor, and the social media and community leads. Your primary goal will be to create prototypes that not only showcase the capabilities of open source AI but also invite conversation, learning, and engagement within the developer community. This is a project-based role that requires a deep understanding of software engineering principles, the ability to work with AI-assisted development tools, and a passion for contributing to open source repositories.

The role is remotely based, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in the US. Mozilla is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, transparency, and innovation, making this an exciting opportunity for engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry.

What You Will Do

• Build working prototypes of developer surfaces, tooling integrations, and applications on top of open source AI infrastructure, focusing on rapid development and deployment.
• Utilize coding agents and AI-assisted development tools as a core part of your workflow to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Translate complex concepts and strategy ideas into interactive demonstrations that can anchor conversations, community events, or content pieces.
• Collaborate closely with the social media and community team to ensure that prototypes are legible, shareable, and can be easily understood and reacted to by developers.
• Contribute to Mozilla's open source repositories, working in the open and ensuring that your code is something the community can fork, extend, and learn from.
• Stay updated on the open source AI ecosystem, identifying gaps and opportunities where working prototypes can make a significant impact.
• Participate in evaluating and providing feedback on open source AI tools, stacks, and developer surfaces based on your hands-on experience.
• Develop and maintain documentation of your prototypes, ensuring that they are well-documented and accessible to the community.
• Engage with the developer community through forums, meetups, and other platforms to gather feedback and improve the prototypes.

What We Are Looking For

• Solid software engineering fundamentals, with the ability to write readable, maintainable code.
• Demonstrated experience with coding agents and AI-assisted development tools, using them as a force multiplier in your development process.
• Familiarity with the open source AI stack, including inference, orchestration, evaluation, or adjacent layers, with a portfolio of projects showcasing your ability to build on open models.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems into manageable components.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with open source repositories and the open source development process.
• A deep understanding of the importance of community engagement and the role of prototypes in sparking conversation and learning.

Nice to Have

• Experience with public speaking or presenting technical ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participation in open source projects, with a visible record of contributions.
• Familiarity with Mozilla's existing projects and technologies, such as Mozilla Intelligence and Harbor.
• Knowledge of web development principles and technologies, with the ability to build web-based demos and applications.

Benefits and Perks

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge open source AI projects and contribute to the development of the AI ecosystem.
• Flexible, remote work environment with a highly motivated and collaborative team.
• Access to the latest AI-assisted development tools and technologies.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships.
• A competitive compensation package, including equity and benefits.
• A generous PTO policy, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a global, renowned organization.

• Tailor Your Portfolio: Ensure your portfolio includes examples of prototypes or projects that demonstrate your ability to turn concepts into tangible, working products, especially those utilizing open source AI infrastructure.
• Emphasize Collaboration: Highlight your experience working in open-source environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams, as this is crucial for success in the 0to1 Engineer role.
• Stay Updated on AI Trends: Demonstrate your knowledge of the latest developments in the open source AI ecosystem and how you stay updated, as this role requires someone who is proactive and informed.
• Prepare to Talk Code: Be ready to discuss your coding practices, how you use AI-assisted tools, and examples of your code, as these will be key topics during the interview process.
• Showcase Your Problem-Solving Skills: Prepare examples of complex problems you've solved and how you approached them, as the ability to problem-solve is highly valued in this role.
• Understand Mozilla's Mission: Familiarize yourself with Mozilla's mission and values, and be prepared to discuss how your work and philosophy align with them.