Tailscale

Software Engineer, Identity

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Internet Software & ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess significant experience with networking software and diagnosing networking issues, a deep understanding of networking concepts including IP addressing, routing, NAT traversal, and VPN technologies, and experience with distributed systems. Experience with one or more SQL databases is required, and familiarity with Go is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Software Engineer will develop the Tailscale product, contributing to both open-source client code and related backend services with an emphasis on networking features and optimizations, taking ownership of the entire product lifecycle from writing code to product ideation and strategic decision-making, and working with UX/UI designers and product managers to shape features that enhance networking capabilities. They will also work as part of a team of engineers to design, build, test, and document core networking software components, develop and optimize product features in areas such as the control plane, relay infrastructure, and networking protocols, diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex networking issues, exhibit ownership over the running services that comprise Tailscale’s product by building for observability, participating in incident response, and fielding customer support escalations, analyze and improve the efficiency, scalability, and stability of networking systems and resources, and bring a security-first mindset to both design and implementation.

Skills

Networking
IP addressing
Routing
NAT traversal
VPN technologies
Distributed systems
SQL databases
Go

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.

Key Metrics

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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