Backend Engineer, Control Plane

Job Description

We're seeking a skilled and diligent full-time Software Engineer to join our growing Control Plane Team. You will work as part of the engineering team to:

• Develop the Tailscale product, contributing to both open source client code and related backend services;
• Take ownership of the entire product lifecycle, from writing code to product ideation and strategic decision-making;
• Work closely with UX/UI designers and product managers to shape features.

Because we're an early-stage and fully remote company, we're looking for a strongly motivated individual who can help move the product forward at crucial intersections of the technology and organization: in this case, the control plane and the various services it comprises and supports. The ability to think on your feet, collaborate with highly technical teams, and comfort working asynchronously are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as pa...