Mobile Platform Developer

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. From hobbyists to multinational corporations, teams of every size use Tailscale each day to protect their networks, share access to internal tools, and more. We're building a future for the Internet that's easy, sensible, and safe, like it used to be.

Job Description

We’re seeking a talented and motivated full-time Software Engineer to join our growing team. You will work as part of the engineering team to:

• Develop the Tailscale product, contributing to client code and backend services. The client code is a mix of modern Swift, Kotlin and Go. Prior Go expertise is not a requirement. Bring a special focus on our mobile platforms, iOS and Android, while contributing to common code that supports macOS, Windows and other core client platforms.
• Because we’re an early-stage and fully remote company, we’re looking for a motivated individual who can help move the product forward. The ability to think on your feet, collaborate with highly technical teams, and comfort working asynchronously are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• iOS and Android development expertise: Proficiency in Swift, SwiftUI, and/or Kotlin
• Unit and integration test development and maintenance
• Cross-target code sharing
• Familiarity with mobile VPN infrastructure
• Providing support for the latest Apple and Android platform features while maintaining compatibility with a reasonable subset of older systems

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in software development
• Strong understanding of software development principles, capabilities, and limitations of mobile platforms
• Proficiency in Go is desirable
• Experience with general networking networking concepts - DNS, VPNs, IP Networking, routing, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to give and process constructive feedback, as well as work independently
• Flexibility to adjust to the dynamic nature of a startup

What We Offer

• An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self
• A competitive total compensation package including base salary, an equity incentive plan and variable commission (for quota-based roles)
• Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period
• A remote first company—most of our teams work fully remotely
• Support for your personal and professional development
• Paid time off and a healthy work-life integration
• A build-your-own home office setup
• Paid parental leave program