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TwilioStaff Software Engineer
Twilio is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to join its Data Substrate team and shape the future of communications and customer data solutions. Operating on a…
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Twilio is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to join its Data Substrate team and shape the future of communications and customer data solutions. Operating on a remote basis, this role focuses on designing and building scalable, reliable data architecture while driving technical innovation across distributed systems. This position suits an experienced software professional who excels in big data infrastructure, enjoys mentoring engineering talent, and wants to deliver high-impact cloud solutions…
Job Description
Twilio is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to join its Data Substrate team and shape the future of communications and customer data solutions. Operating on a remote basis, this role focuses on designing and building scalable, reliable data architecture while driving technical innovation across distributed systems.
This position suits an experienced software professional who excels in big data infrastructure, enjoys mentoring engineering talent, and wants to deliver high-impact cloud solutions at scale. Candidates must be based in the United States, excluding specific areas around San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, CA, as well as certain states depending on regulatory listings.
Twilio values diverse career backgrounds and encourages individuals who want to solve complex problems and take initiative to apply. Occasional travel may be required for team off-sites, customer meetings, or project gatherings.
Responsibilities
- Act as a subject matter expert in distributed systems and data technologies
- Design and construct scalable data systems, storage platforms, and processing frameworks using modern technologies
- Research and drive technical innovation aligned with industry best practices
- Coach and mentor software engineers to foster continuous learning and high technical standards
- Partner with cross-functional departments to turn business objectives into efficient technical architectures
- Maintain high levels of data security, integrity, and quality throughout the data lifecycle while following compliance rules
Requirements
- Minimum of eight years of software development experience with a concentration on data infrastructure
- Demonstrated history of designing and shipping large-scale, complex data projects
- Advanced knowledge of big data components including Spark, Kafka, and Clickhouse
- Hands-on expertise utilizing Kubernetes, Helm, and Terraform to orchestrate and manage containerized production workloads
- Practical background building and running cloud data platforms on AWS
- Proficiency in Go, Java, Python, and Bash accompanied by solid problem-solving skills
- Proven leadership experience in developing and guiding engineering team members
- Excellent communication abilities to influence technical strategies and align cross-functional partners
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- Familiarity with network security principles and general networking
- Working knowledge of integrating authentication and authorization frameworks
- Deep expertise in Clickhouse operation, tuning, and architecture at scale
Core Skills
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Ample wellness and parental leave
- Healthcare coverage
- Retirement savings program options
- Equity plan and corporate bonus plan participation eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote and based in the United States, though it is ineligible for candidates residing in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, CA, or their surrounding areas. Occasional in-person travel for team gatherings or customer meetings may be requested.
What is the salary for this position?
The specific salary is not stated for all regions, but for candidates hired in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont, or Washington D.C., the estimated pay range is between $171,120 and $213,900.
What are the core educational requirements?
Applicants are required to hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Until what date will applications be accepted?
Applications are intended to be accepted until August 7, 2026, though this timeline may change depending on business needs.
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