Tailscale

Manager, Developer Relations

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Internet, Software Development, Developer ToolsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of 5-8 years of experience in developer-facing roles, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role, and a demonstrable track record of impact. They require technical expertise in networking, infrastructure, security, and/or developer tools, along with experience using Tailscale. Strong public speaking and technical storytelling skills are also necessary, including experience with conference CFPs and securing speaking slots.

Responsibilities

The Manager, Developer Relations will lead and mentor a team of Developer Advocates, be a voice for Tailscale through speaking engagements and content creation, scale developer programs across North America, Europe, and beyond, improve the talk submission process, measure and track KPIs for developer marketing, relations, and advocacy, and collaborate cross-functionally with various teams to ensure developer initiatives are strategic and measurable.

Skills

Developer Relations
Developer Advocacy
Community Management
Technical Content Creation
Conference Speaking
Workshop Facilitation
Demo Building
Program Management
Systems Thinking
Technical Expertise

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

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Professional Development Budget
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Company Equity

Risks

A critical vulnerability in Windows client poses remote code execution risk.
Cooling venture funding may impact Tailscale's future investment opportunities.
Scalability challenges may arise with rapid enterprise adoption of zero-trust solutions.

Differentiation

Tailscale uses WireGuard's Noise protocol for trusted encryption standards.
It integrates with existing identity providers like GSuite and Office365 for easy setup.
Tailscale offers over 100 integrations, fitting into almost any tech stack.

Upsides

Tailscale's zero-trust solution meets growing demand for enterprise security.
The $100 million Series B funding boosts product expansion and market reach.
Integration with Mullvad enhances privacy with a global VPN server network.

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