QA Engineer @ Tailscale
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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 and share access to internal tools. Founded in 2019 and fully distributed, Tailscale is backed by Accel, CRV, Insight, Heavybit, and Uncork Capital.
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and motivated full-time QA Engineer to join our growing team. You will work as part of the engineering team to ensure comprehensive test coverage and smooth client releases. Your ability to work independently in a remote, asynchronous environment is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and execute comprehensive test plans across Windows, macOS, iOS, tvOS, Android, and Linux.
- Assist with test automation by identifying areas to automate.
- Collaborate with developers to track and resolve issues.
- Proactively test features under various conditions.
- Triage incoming issues and escalate critical blockers.
What We Are Looking For
- 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance with client testing exposure.
- Experience testing across multiple platforms and using platform-specific tools.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, routing protocols, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
- Excellent communication skills for creating detailed documentation and reports.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Nice to Have
- Experience with test automation frameworks (Selenium, Appium, etc.).
- Familiarity with CI/CD processes and tools.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Go.
Compensation & Benefits
Tailscale offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Additional perks include flexible remote work arrangements, professional development budgets, generous home office setups, and parental leave programs.
Key skills/competency
- QA
- Testing
- Automation
- TCP/IP
- DNS
- CI/CD
- Selenium
- Debugging
- VPN
- Quality Assurance
How to Get Hired at Tailscale
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Tailscale's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Tailor experience to QA and automation.
- Highlight remote work skills: Emphasize asynchronous communication proficiency.
- Prepare technical examples: Showcase test plans and troubleshooting cases.
- Practice interview insights: Be ready to discuss network protocols and tools.