Twilio · 3 months ago
Staff, Software Engineer (L4)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$168K/yr - $210K/yr
8+ years expTwilio is a company focused on shaping the future of communications by delivering innovative solutions to businesses and empowering developers. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Data Substrate team, responsible for architecting scalable data solutions, mentoring engineers, and driving technical innovation in data technologies.
Enterprise SoftwareMessagingMobile AppsSMSSoftware
Responsibilities
Serve as a subject matter expert in distributed systems, data technologies, with strong software engineering skills
Architect and implement scalable and efficient data systems, storage solutions, and processing frameworks using state-of-the-art technologies
Drive technical innovation and research to stay at the forefront of emerging data technologies and best practices
Mentor and coach a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient technical solutions
Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle, adhering to industry best practices and compliance standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of experience in software development, or a related field
Proven track record of architecting and delivering complex data projects at scale, with a deep understanding of data infrastructure and distributed systems
Expertise in big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and other distributed computing systems
Experience designing, building, and operating large-scale systems using AWS technologies
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Experience designing or working with Data Lakehouse architectures, including hands-on experience with Hudi, Iceberg, or Delta data formats
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and drive alignment across teams
Strong leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing junior engineers
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and deliver results under tight timelines
Preferred
Contributions to OSS projects is a bonus
Familiarity with data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes is a plus
Benefits
Competitive pay
Generous time off
Ample parental and wellness leave
Healthcare
A retirement savings program
Health care insurance
401(k) retirement account
Paid sick time
Paid personal time off
Paid parental leave
Company
Twilio
Twilio is a cloud communication company that enables users to use standard web languages to build voice, VoIP, and SMS apps via a web API.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$614.42MKey Investors
Founders Circle CapitalBessemer Venture PartnersUnion Square Ventures
2021-07-28Post Ipo Equity· $378.22M
2017-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-08-01Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Khozema Shipchandler
Chief Executive Officer
Aidan Viggiano
Chief Financial Officer
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