Developer Advocate

Tailscale is looking for a Developer Advocate who specializes in all aspects of the production of technically led, long-form, educational, and inspirational video content. This role is focused on creating clear, engaging videos that help developers understand not just how Tailscale works, but why it works the way it does and how those decisions affect the solutions they build.

You'll be expected to own large chunks of the production lifecycle of our video output, from identifying which topics are worth a developer's time to scripting, recording, editing, publishing, and measuring impact. Strong judgment is essential. You will know what deserves depth, what should be left out, and how to explain complex technical ideas without oversimplifying or skipping the hard parts. This role requires shipping consistently, with an expectation of producing high-quality videos on a regular, fast-paced cadence.

This is a hands-on, on-camera role. You should be comfortable explaining nuanced technical concepts directly to developers, writing your own demos or examples where appropriate, and maintaining a calm, credible presence that builds trust over time. Coding experience is desirable and familiarity with developer tooling is essential.

Initially, you'll step into our established YouTube presence as part of our Developer Relations team, and over time, you'll help refine and evolve Tailscale's video strategy, formats, and voice. You'll also represent Tailscale publicly through conference talks and in-person events as a steward of the brand.

Video and post-production

• Demonstrated experience creating long-form, technically focused video content for developer audiences and beyond
• Ability to explain systems and trade-offs clearly without oversimplifying or relying on hype
• Ability to independently own most of the video production lifecycle, from topic selection and framing through scripting, recording (camera, audio, and screen capture), editing, and post-production
• Demonstrated editorial judgment in selecting topics, calibrating depth, and prioritizing clarity over exhaustive coverage when appropriate
• Proven ability to ship consistently on a regular cadence without sacrificing quality
• Familiarity with and demonstrable experience of using audience signals (retention, feedback, comments, usage patterns) to refine future content

Technical Fluency and Product Understanding

• Strong understanding of where Tailscale fits in its ecosystem and how we are making connectivity easier for developers across broad spectrums of the industry
• Familiarity with developer tooling, workflows, and environments
• Comfort learning and reasoning about technical systems well enough to explain why they work the way they do
• Ability to write or adapt demos, examples, or walkthroughs that support video content
• Experience working with or around open-source, networking, infrastructure, homelab, self-hosting, or distributed systems is a plus, but not required.
• Curiosity and willingness to dig into unfamiliar technical areas in order to teach them accurately

Developer Relations Support

• Support DevRel during events, conferences, and community moments (up to 20% travel).
• As needed, help capture and amplify technical talks, live demos, and community interactions.
• Surface developer stories and use cases that illustrate how people use Tailscale in the real world.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years experience creating technical, educational, or developer-focused content (video, talks, tutorials, or similar)
• Hands-on experience with video production tools and workflows (Adobe Suite, Final Cut Pro, , etc.), including scripting or outlining, recording, and editing long-form content
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and accurately
• Comfort learning technical concepts related to developer tooling, infrastructure, or networking in order to create educational content
• Comfortable presenting on camera and explaining technical ideas to a developer audience
• Familiarity with video performance metrics (e.g., watch time, retention, engagement) and using feedback to iterate on content
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet regular publishing deadlines
• Collaborative mindset, with experience working alongside engineers, product managers, or other technical stakeholders
• Willingness to participate in public-facing work such as videos, talks, or occasional in-person events

• Prior experience in Developer Relations, technical education, or developer marketing
• Basic familiarity with programming or scripting (e.g., Go, JavaScript, Python) or a demonstrated willingness to learn
• Experience contributing to or maintaining a public content portfolio (YouTube channel, blog, talks, or similar)

As a company, we strive to maintain fair and equitable compensation practices within our team across all roles and all levels. Tailscale's compensation package includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The salary range displayed on each job posting represents the target range for a new hire's base salary. Individual offers may vary based on experience and skill set.