Backend Engineer, Platform & Identity at Tailscale

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Internet, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have experience with distributed systems, SQL databases, and authentication/authorization protocols like OAuth2, OIDC, SSO, and SAML. Familiarity with networking concepts such as IP addressing and routing is expected. Experience with the Go programming language is a plus. Strong motivation, the ability to think critically, collaborate effectively with technical teams, and work asynchronously are essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are also required.

Responsibilities

The Software Engineer will develop the Tailscale product, contributing to open-source client code and backend services. They will own the entire product lifecycle, from coding to product ideation and strategic decision-making, and collaborate closely with UX/UI designers and product managers. Responsibilities include designing, building, testing, and documenting core software components, developing features for the control plane, relay infrastructure, and identity integrations. Engineers will also own running services by building for observability, participating in incident response, fielding customer support escalations, and analyzing system resources for efficiency, scalability, and stability, while maintaining a security-first mindset.

Skills

backend services

distributed systems

SQL

authentication

authorization

control plane

relay infrastructure

identity integrations

observability

incident response

scalability

stability

security

Tailscale

Secure VPN for remote resource access

About Tailscale

Tailscale offers a secure networking solution that allows users to access remote resources like virtual machines and databases from anywhere using a WireGuard-based Virtual Private Network (VPN). Its service is designed for businesses and individuals needing to manage private resources remotely, with a focus on simplicity and minimal setup. Tailscale's freemium model attracts a wide user base, allowing users to start for free and upgrade for additional features. The company aims to enhance data security while providing an easy-to-use remote access solution.

None, CanadaHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$111.9MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

51-200Employees