Tailscale

Security Software Engineer

Remote (United States)

Sponsorship not specified$163k-$226kDetected 5 days ago

iOSAndroidLinuxStatisticsCybersecurityPenetration TestingIncident ResponseUX DesignTCP/IPResearchCollaborationMentoring

About the role

From hobbyists to multinational corporations, teams of every size use Tailscale each day to protect their networks, share access to internal tools, and more.
Job Description We're seeking a talented software engineer, specializing in security and privacy, to help grow our product security team.
The salary range displayed on each job posting represents the target range for a new hire's base salary.

Support engineering decisions with threat modeling and security analysis and expertise.
user experience design or research
Collaborate with engineering teams to promote secure coding practices and provide targeted security guidance and training
Take a risk-based approach to building security controls, balancing your security expertise and broad technical skillsets with practical, usable solutions
We support intentional in-person connection through team travel and distributed collaboration.
Support for your personal and professional development.

Proficiency developing in at least one programming language (Tailscale uses Go)
Proficiency developing for at least one application platform (e.g. iOS, Android, web, Windows, macOS, Linux)
Prior experience in a safety-related technical role, e.g.:
Knowledge of cryptographic primitives and protocols
Knowledge of common networking protocols
Ability to give and process constructive feedback
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
And that flexibility in how and when you work empowers our team to integrate work and life.
Enjoy a change of scenery wherever you can get wifi, participate in virtual and in-person social events, and leverage our corporate co-working program to visit WeWork (or other similar spaces near you).

The salary range displayed on each job posting represents the target range for a new hire's base salary.
Tailscale's compensation package includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
$163,000 - $226,000 USD
Attend our annual company retreat, participate in team off-sites, and collaborate in person with teammates across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Singapore.
Grow your career thoughtfully with $1500 USD annually for professional development, or take advantage of mentorship, coaching, and internal promotion opportunities.

An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self.
This includes a base salary, an equity incentive plan and variable commission (for quota-based roles).
Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period.
Take advantage of coverage for health, vision, dental, and more for you and your family!
Employer-funded retirement contributions.
Tailscale will match your retirement contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to a maximum annual employer contribution equal to 0.75% of your eligible compensation.
Paid time off and a healthy work-life integration.
Our flexible, paid time off program supports you for any situation life throws your way, whether moving homes or travelling the world!
A build-your-own home office setup.
You choose your own company-owned laptop (Mac or PC), receive a monthly home internet reimbursement, and $500 USD to customize your workstation to make it your own.
Paid parental leave program.
We care about your life outside of work and encourage new parents to take advantage of parental leave top-ups (20 weeks for birthing parents, 16 weeks for non-birthing parents).

What We Are Looking For
As a company, we strive to maintain fair and equitable compensation practices within our team across all roles and all levels.

If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process or related to any aspect of this role, please contact your recruiter.

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