[Remote] Product Manager - Kubernetes at Tailscale

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Internet Software & ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 7+ years of product management experience, ideally focused on Kubernetes, automation, or infrastructure products, and demonstrate deep expertise in Kubernetes ecosystems, CNCF projects, and developer tools. Familiarity with service mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd is preferred, along with proven ability to lead strategic, complex technical initiatives at enterprise scale. Exceptional strategic thinking, market analysis, and the ability to identify new opportunities and create winning strategies are also required, alongside a deep curiosity and passion for building exceptional developer experiences.

Responsibilities

The Staff Product Manager will define and drive strategic initiatives around machine-to-machine communication, Kubernetes integrations, workload identity, and automation capabilities, identifying emerging market opportunities and developing strategic approaches to capture them. They will collaborate with engineering, design, and cross-functional teams to develop Kubernetes-native features and services, engaging regularly with enterprise customers to translate their requirements into product strategies and roadmaps. Furthermore, they will provide thought leadership internally and externally around Kubernetes ecosystems and best practices, and mentor the broader product management team.

Skills

Kubernetes

Machine-to-Machine communication

Workload identity

Automation

Product strategy

Stakeholder collaboration

Developer experience

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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