Software Engineer, Networking

4 days, 1 hour ago
Full-time
Senior
Software Development
Tailscale

Tailscale

Tailscale is a zero config VPN service that simplifies network security and connectivity for teams of any scale, offering easy deployment, minimal latency, and compatibility with existing services.

Diversified Telecommunication Services
51-250
Founded 2019
$115M raised

Description

  • Develop Tailscale’s product across open-source client code and related backend services, with an emphasis on networking features and optimizations.
  • Own the product lifecycle from writing code through product ideation and strategic decision-making.
  • Work with UX/UI designers and product managers to shape features that improve networking capabilities.
  • Design, build, test, and document core networking software components as part of an engineering team.
  • Develop and optimize features in the control plane, relay infrastructure, and networking protocols.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex networking issues across different environments.
  • Build for observability, participate in incident response, and handle customer support escalations for running services.
  • Analyze and improve the efficiency, scalability, and stability of networking systems and resources.
  • Apply a security-first mindset to both design and implementation.

Requirements

  • Significant experience with networking software and diagnosing networking issues.
  • Deep understanding of networking concepts, including IP addressing, routing, NAT traversal, and VPN technologies.
  • Experience with distributed systems.
  • Experience with one or more SQL databases.
  • Experience with Go is a plus.
  • Ability to give and process constructive feedback and work independently.
  • Flexibility to adapt to the dynamic nature of a startup.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package with base salary and equity incentive plan.
  • CAN pay range of $242,540 to $302,840 CAD.
  • Comprehensive group benefits with coverage for health, vision, dental, and more, with no waiting period.
  • Remote-first work environment with flexibility to work from anywhere with Wi-Fi.
  • $1,500 USD annually for professional development, plus mentorship, coaching, and internal promotion opportunities.
  • Flexible paid time off to support work-life integration.
  • Company-owned laptop, $1,000 USD to customize your home office, and monthly home internet reimbursement.
  • Generous parental leave with top-ups for up to 26 weeks, available from day one.

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