Software Engineer, Networking
TailscaleUnited States
Posted September 5, 2025
211000 - 264000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Tailscale offers secure, private networks with minimal setup and configuration costs. Unlike traditional VPNs, Tailscale is free of upfront expenses, boasts low latency, and integrates seamlessly with existing services. The company specializes in security, privacy, connectivity, and remote access, providing a streamlined solution for modern teams.
Job Description
Tailscale is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to contribute to their core networking software, focusing on both open-source client code and backend services. The role emphasizes building, optimizing, and stabilizing networking components, with a strong emphasis on observability, incident response, and customer support. The company is fully remote and offers a flexible work environment.
Requirements
- Significant experience with networking software and diagnosing networking issues
- Deep understanding of networking concepts, including IP addressing, routing, NAT traversal, and VPN technologies
- Experience with distributed systems
- Experience with one or more SQL databases
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Inclusive and flexible work environment
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive group benefits
- Remote-first company
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid time off and work-life integration
- Home office setup
- Parental leave
