[Remote] Solutions Engineer - Commercial (West) at Tailscale

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Networking Software, Security SoftwareIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

NetworkingSecurity SoftwareSalesTechnical DiscoveryArchitecture DesignZero-trust NetworkingSecure ConnectivityIAM IntegrationsSSOSAMLOIDCAWSGCPAzureTCP/IPDNSRoutingFirewallsTroubleshootingCommunication

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this Solutions Engineer role?

The pay range reflects target OTE (on target earnings) of $268,000 - $335,000 CAD, inclusive of base salary and variable compensation tied to quarterly sales targets. The compensation package also includes equity and comprehensive benefits.

Is this role remote or does it require a specific location?

Tailscale is a fully distributed company offering an inclusive, flexible environment. Candidates based on the west coast (Pacific time zone) are preferred.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Requirements include 4+ years in a customer-facing SE/SA role in networking or security software, proven experience co-owning pipeline with Sales, deep understanding of zero-trust networking and IAM integrations, hands-on experience with AWS/GCP/Azure, strong networking fundamentals, and excellent communication skills.

What is the company culture like at Tailscale?

Tailscale is a fully distributed company founded in 2019 that offers an inclusive, flexible environment and encourages applications from historically marginalized groups even if they don't meet 100% of qualifications.

What makes a strong candidate for this Solutions Engineer role?

Strong candidates have 4+ years in customer-facing SE/SA roles in networking/security, experience co-owning sales pipeline, expertise in zero-trust networking and cloud architecture, and thrive in high-growth startup environments. Excellent communication skills for translating technical features into business value are essential.

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