Windows Engineer
About The Position
Tailscale is seeking a talented and motivated full-time Software Engineer to join their growing team. The role involves developing the Tailscale product, contributing to both client code and backend services. A special focus will be placed on the Windows platform, building and maintaining the Windows client using the modern WinUI/Windows App SDK stack, while also contributing to common code that supports other core client platforms. As an early-stage, fully remote company, the ideal candidate will be motivated, able to think on their feet, collaborate effectively with highly technical teams, and comfortable working asynchronously.
Requirements
- Four or more years of experience in software development
- Strong understanding of software development principles, capabilities, and limitations of the Windows platform
- Proficiency in C# and modern native UI frameworks (WinUI/UWP/WPF)
- Experience with general 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
Nice To Haves
- Experience with WinUI 3 and Windows App SDK
- Experience developing native Windows applications and services
- Familiarity with Windows networking stack and Windows Filtering Platform
- Familiarity with Windows security model, session isolation, access tokens and related concepts
- Proficiency in Go
Responsibilities
- Work with engineers on a native Windows desktop client using Windows App SDK, WinUI, C#, XAML and Go
- Implement support for the latest Windows platform features while maintaining compatibility with a subset of older versions
- Develop and optimize product features on Windows, with a focus on UI components and platform integration
- Develop and maintain unit and integration tests using Microsoft Testing Platform v2 and xUnit
- Contribute to common, cross-platform Tailscale code
Benefits
- Comprehensive group benefits with no waiting period (health, vision, dental, and more)
- Remote first company with flexibility in how and when you work
- Corporate co-working program to visit WeWork (or other similar spaces)
- Employer-funded retirement contributions (Tailscale will match retirement contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to 0.75% of eligible compensation)
- Annual company retreat, team off-sites, and support for intentional in-person connection
- Support for personal and professional development ($1500 USD annually for professional development, mentorship, coaching, and internal promotion opportunities)
- Flexible, paid time off program
- Build-your-own home office setup (company-owned laptop, monthly home internet reimbursement, $500 USD for workstation customization)
- Paid parental leave program (20 weeks for birthing parents, 16 weeks for non-birthing parents)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
