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Forward Deployed Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Base+commission
Reviewed: Mon, Aug 17, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Working remotely, the full-time Forward Deployed Engineer will manage the onboarding process for strategic customers, provide technical support and guidance, and build strong relationships to ensure successful adoption of Tailscale's products.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the onboarding process for new strategic customers, providing training and resources for long-term success
  • Offer technical support, diagnosing and resolving issues across Tailscale's platform while assisting with configuration and troubleshooting
  • Conduct quarterly business reviews to assess usage, success metrics, and future goals, identifying opportunities for deeper engagement
Required Qualifications
  • 6+ years in a technical role with a minimum of 2 years in a customer-facing position
  • Experience working with enterprise customers in a consultative capacity
  • Strong understanding of networking, VPNs, and security principles, along with experience in cloud infrastructure and DevOps technologies
  • Prior experience in a customer-facing technical role at a SaaS company
  • Ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

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