Tailscale
Simple, secure networks for teams of any scale. Built on WireGuard.
Security Software Engineer
Security EngineerSecurity EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2020H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn
Location
United States
Posted
59 days ago
Salary
$163K - $204K / year
EnglishAndroidI OSLinuxMac OSGo
Job Description
• 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.
• You will spend at least 50% of your time in this role writing software vs purely operational or governance security responsibilities.
Job 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, penetration testing, threat modeling and prioritization, user experience design or research, digital forensics and incident response
- Deep understanding of web application vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10), client-side security, and common API security flaws
- Collaborate with engineering teams to promote secure coding practices and provide targeted security guidance and training
- Knowledge of cryptographic primitives and protocols
- Knowledge of common networking protocols.
Benefits
- An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self.
- A competitive total compensation package.
- Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period.
- Remote first company—most of our teams work fully remotely.
- 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.
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