Software Engineer, Networking
Build and improve Tailscale’s client-side networking and connectivity software across clients, routers, exit nodes, and customer integrations. The role requires substantial networking experience, low-level programming proficiency, and expertise in routing, VPNs, NAT traversal, and performance optimization.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and document core client-side networking software.
- Develop connectivity features for clients, subnet routers, exit nodes, and customer network integrations.
- Apply and extend network protocols with product-specific designs and frameworks.
- Use security-focused architecture and coding practices for resilient networking modules.
- Evaluate and optimize software performance, reliability, and scalability across platforms and hardware.
- Diagnose complex customer network issues and support critical network escalations.
- Collaborate with product management and engineering teams on scalable, maintainable network solutions.
- Engage with the open-source community and contribute to relevant projects.
Requirements
- Significant experience with networking software and diagnosing networking issues.
- Strong knowledge of routing, VPNs, IP address management, and NAT traversal.
- Proficiency in Go or another low-level language such as C, C++, or Rust.
- Understanding of concurrent programming and performance optimization.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate asynchronously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice to have
- Experience with large-scale distributed systems.
- Knowledge of low-level operating-system network stacks.
Compensation
- Base salary range: CAD 218,420–302,840.
- Equity incentive plan, variable commission for quota-based roles, comprehensive benefits, retirement contributions, professional development support, paid time off, home-office support, and parental leave.
Skills
Networking, Routing, Vpns, Ip Address Management, Nat Traversal, Go, C, C++, Rust, Concurrent Programming, Distributed Systems, Network Stacks, Performance Optimization, Open Source
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