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If this job description resonates with you, please apply. Frequently cited statistics show that people who identify with historically marginalized groups are likely to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to help us break that statistic!\nAbout Tailscale \nTailscale is making safe connection effortless by delivering software that makes it easy to securely interconnect people and their devices, no matter where they are. From hobbyists to multinational corporations, teams of every size use Tailscale each day to protect their networks, share access to internal tools, and more. We're building a future for the Internet that's easy, sensible, and safe, like it used to be. Founded in 2019 and fully distributed, we're backed by Accel, CRV, Insight, Heavybit, and Uncork Capital.\nAbout the Role\nWe’re seeking a talented software engineer, specializing in security and infrastructure, to help grow our product security team. 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The abilities to think on your feet, collaborate with highly technical teams, and be comfortable working asynchronously are essential.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and build security controls across diverse layers (e.g., cloud platforms, OS, Kubernetes, networks, CI/CD) to defend against sophisticated adversaries and insider threats.\nImprove the security properties of Tailscale by identifying opportunities for security and privacy features, bug fixes, defense-in-depth, and implementing them across our codebase.\nAudit Tailscale infrastructure for technical security weaknesses, identifying mitigations or solutions, and driving them towards resolution.\nSupport engineering decisions with threat modeling and security analysis and expertise.\nYou will spend 25-50% of your time in this role writing software vs purely operational or governance security responsibilities.\nWhat We Are Looking For\nTechnical\nExpertise in the security of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS), especially securing multi-cloud networks and infrastructure, and designing cloud agnostic systems\nFamiliarity with container security, orchestration security, and authentication/authorization\nFamiliarity with internet/web security fundamentals: WAF’s, TLS, PKI, DNS security, etc.\nProficiency developing in at least one programming language (Tailscale uses Go) and Infrastructure as Code tooling (e.g. Terraform, Ansible)\nPrior experience in a safety-related technical role, e.g.:\ninfrastructure security\nsecurity operations\nthreat modeling and prioritization\ndigital forensics and incident response\nKnowledge of operating system internals and security mechanisms\nKnowledge of common networking protocols\nAct as a Subject Matter Expert during security incidents, focusing on infrastructure-level containment and remediation\nTeam Fit\nAbility to give and process constructive feedback\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively\nFlexibility to adjust to the dynamic nature of a startup\nTake a risk-based approach to building security controls, balancing your security expertise and broad technical skillsets with practical, usable solutions\nAs a company, we strive to maintain fair and equitable compensation practices within our team across all roles and all levels. Tailscale's compensation package includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The salary range displayed on each job posting represents the target range for a new hire's base salary. Individual offers may vary based on experience and skill set.\nUS Pay Range\n$163,000—$204,000 USD\nWhat We Offer\nAn inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self. We recognize the impact of diverse voices and backgrounds on the growth of our people, product, and company. And that flexibility in how and when you work empowers our team to integrate work and life.\n A competitive total compensation package. This includes a base salary, an equity incentive plan and variable commission (for quota-based roles).\nComprehensive group benefits with no waiting period. Take advantage of coverage for health, vision, dental, and more for you and your family!\n Remote first company -most of our teams work fully remotely. 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). Some roles require in-office collaboration depending on team needs, which will be clearly noted in the job description.\nEmployer-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.\nConnect with other Tailscalars IRL. 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. We support intentional in-person connection through team travel and distributed collaboration.\n\nSupport for your personal and professional development. Grow your career thoughtfully with $1500 USD annually for professional development, or take advantage of mentorship, coaching, and internal promotion opportunities. \nPaid 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! \n 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. \n 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).\nTailscale is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. 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