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Engineering Director, Web Platform at DuckDuckGo

Remote 🌍 Work from Anywhere Full time Lead USD243,800 - USD243,800 Posted  Apply before Oct 15, 2025

Job Description

Role Overview

DuckDuckGo is hiring an Engineering Director, Web Platform to lead development of browser and web platform initiatives. This is a remote, full time leadership role within the Engineering department focused on driving high quality work across browser engine and WebView projects, including Chromium and WebKit related development.

Location and Employment

Location - Remote

Employment Type - Full time

Location Type - Remote

Compensation

Compensation - $243,800 annually, with equity compensation offered. Compensation is consistent across professional levels regardless of geographic location or functional area, and is transparent across the organization.

How to Apply

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Application Questions and Requirements

  • Not all roles are open to candidates in all countries - please review eligible remote work locations included in this job post.
  • US Applicants: Do you now, or will you in the future, require visa sponsorship (for example H-1B) to work legally in the United States? Please note that DuckDuckGo does not sponsor or assist team members with individual immigration needs.
  • Non-US Applicants: Are you legally authorized to work in your country of residence?
  • What interests you about DuckDuckGo and this role?
  • Outline your experience of leading teams through periods of rapid growth.
  • Describe any direct experience with browsers - Chromium, WebKit, or WebView development.
  • Asking questions is encouraged - provide any immediate questions you might have for us.

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About DuckDuckGo

DuckDuckGo is an independent, privacy-focused company best known for its search engine that does not track users, log personal data, or build user profiles. The company also offers a privacy-first browser, email protection, and a subscription suite called Privacy Pro with VPN and identity restoration features.

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