Software Engineer, Networking (Dataplane)

Tailscale is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Dataplane Engineering Team. You will contribute to core client connectivity features, evolve network offerings, and provide architectural insights to resolve complex connectivity problems. This role involves collaborating with product management and internal engineering to develop scalable and maintainable network solutions.

• 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
• Evaluate and optimize performance, reliability, and scale of software
• Provide expert consultation and support customer success teams with network escalations
• Engage with the open-source community and contribute to relevant projects