[Hiring] Backend Engineer Control Plane REMOTE USA
Position: Backend Engineer Control Plane
Date Posted: 28 January 2026
Industry: Software / Networking / Cloud Infrastructure
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: Not Specified
Qualification: Estimated Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Salary: $163,000—$226,000
Location: United States, REMOTE
Company: Tailscale
Description:
Tailscale is on a mission to reinvent the Internet by providing software that securely connects people and their devices, no matter where they are. From individual hobbyists to large enterprises, teams rely on Tailscale daily to protect their networks, share internal tools, and maintain connectivity. Founded in 2019 and fully distributed, Tailscale is backed by Accel, CRV, Insight, Heavybit, and Uncork Capital.
We are looking for a dedicated Backend Engineer to join our Control Plane Team. In this role, you will contribute to both open-source client code and backend services, own feature development from ideation to deployment, and collaborate closely with product managers and UX/UI designers. This is a fully remote position, ideal for motivated individuals comfortable working asynchronously and across distributed teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, build, test, and document core software components of the Tailscale control plane
- Develop new product features across relay infrastructure, identity integrations, and backend services
- Maintain operational ownership of Tailscale’s running services including observability, incident response, and customer support escalations
- Analyze and optimize system efficiency, scalability, and stability
- Integrate a security-first mindset in both design and implementation
Qualifications:
- Experience with distributed systems
- Proficiency in Go programming language
- Experience with SQL databases
- Familiarity with networking concepts (IP addressing, routing, etc.)
- Ability to work independently and provide constructive feedback
- Flexibility to adapt to the fast-changing environment of a startup
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus equity and comprehensive benefits
- Remote-first work environment, with optional corporate co-working support
- Paid time off and flexible work schedule
- $1,500 USD annually for professional development
- Build-your-own home office setup with monthly internet reimbursement and $1,000 USD customization allowance
- Inclusive parental leave program up to 26 weeks
- Annual company retreat and team meetups in US, UK, and Canada
Tailscale encourages applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of secure networking while growing your career in a fully remote, high-impact environment.
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