Security Engineer

October 3

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💰 $100M Series B on 2022-05

Description

• About Tailscale: Tailscale is building the new Internet by delivering software that makes it easy to securely interconnect people and their devices, no matter where they are. • Job Description: We’re seeking a talented software engineer, specializing in security and privacy, to help grow our product security team. We’re looking for people who can move Tailscale forward while making it safer to use. The abilities to think on your feet, collaborate with highly technical teams, and be comfortable working asynchronously are essential. • Responsibilities: Improve the security properties of Tailscale by identifying opportunities for security and privacy features, bug fixes, and defense-in-depth, and implementing them across our codebase. • Audit Tailscale features for technical security weaknesses, identifying mitigations or solutions, and driving them towards resolution. • Support engineering decisions with threat modeling and security analysis and expertise.

Requirements

• 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. • application security or application platform security. • infrastructure security. • security operations. • penetration testing. • threat modeling and prioritization. • user experience design or research. • digital forensics and incident response. • Knowledge of operating system internals and security mechanisms. • Knowledge of cryptographic primitives and protocols. • Knowledge of common networking protocols. • Ability to give and process constructive feedback. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. • Flexibility to adjust to the dynamic nature of a startup.

Benefits

• An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self. • A competitive total compensation package. • Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period. • All-remote with the opportunity to work from anywhere. • Connect with other Tailscalars IRL. • Support for your personal and professional development. • Paid time off and a healthy work-life integration. • A build-your-own home office setup. • Generous parental leave program from your first day.