Software Engineer, Networking (Dataplane) - Tailscale

About Tailscale

Tailscale is making safe connection effortless by delivering software that makes it easy to securely interconnect people and their devices. Founded in 2019 and fully distributed, we are backed by Accel, CRV, Insight, Heavybit, and Uncork Capital.

About the Role

We’re seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our Dataplane Engineering Team. You will contribute to core client connectivity, evolve our connectivity offerings, and resolve complex network issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and document core client-side networking software.
• Advance product features by merging industry network protocols with Tailscale's designs.
• Adopt a security-centric approach to architecture and coding.
• Optimize performance, reliability, and scale across various platforms.
• Provide expert consultation to customer success teams on critical network escalations.
• Engage with the open-source community.

What We Are Looking For

• Significant experience with networking software and diagnosing issues.
• Comprehensive grasp of routing, VPNs, IP address management, and NAT traversal.
• Proficiency in Go or other low-level languages (C/C++, Rust) with a strong grasp of concurrency.
• Experience with large-scale distributed systems (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of low-level OS network stacks (highly desirable).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary, equity incentive plan, and comprehensive benefits.
• Remote-First Culture: Work from anywhere with a home office stipend and internet reimbursement.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage with no waiting period.
• Retirement: Employer-funded retirement contributions (up to 0.75% match).
• Development: $1500 USD annually for professional development.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible PTO and generous paid parental leave (20 weeks birthing, 16 weeks non-birthing).
• Connection: Annual company retreats and team off-sites.