Software Engineer - Engineering Tooling at Tailscale | Remote (UK)

TailscaleRemote (United Kingdom)

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We are looking for candidates who possess:Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, or similar. Experience in developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. A strong understanding of networking concepts and cloud technologies. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively. Experience with observability and monitoring tools.

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About Tailscale

Tailscale is revolutionizing the Internet by providing innovative software that facilitates secure connections between individuals and their devices, regardless of location. Our platform is trusted by everyone from hobbyists to large enterprises to safeguard their networks and share access to internal resources. Founded in 2019, we operate as a fully distributed team supported by esteemed investors including Accel, CRV, Insight, Heavybit, and Uncork Capital. Join us in shaping a simpler, safer, and more sensible future for the Internet.

Job Description

We are in search of a dedicated and talented Software Engineer to join our expanding engineering team. In this role, you will:

Empower internal business units with shared engineering services and tools, creating processes that drive their success.
Forge strong relationships with various stakeholders across the company to understand their needs and lead projects from inception to completion.
Collaborate closely with internal customer-facing teams, enhancing their operations and simplifying their daily tasks. Work with product engineering to extract data that informs strategic business decisions.

Deliverables for this role may include:

Developing new developer tools to enhance engineering productivity.
Refining existing tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
Utilizing production data to identify potential issues.
Creating tooling for development and staging environments.

As a fully remote and early-stage company, we seek a self-motivated individual ready to drive product advancement. You should be adept at thinking on your feet, collaborating with highly technical teams, and comfortable with asynchronous work.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with fellow engineers to design, build, test, and document essential software components.
Take ownership of the running services that constitute Tailscale’s products by ensuring observability, participating in incident responses, and handling escalated customer support issues.
Analyze and enhance the efficiency, scalability, and stability of system resources.

About Tailscale

Tailscale is a forward-thinking technology company focused on creating a secure and seamless networking experience for users worldwide. With a commitment to innovation and a fully remote work environment, Tailscale empowers teams to maintain secure access to their resources while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

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