Job Description

At Twilio, we’re shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences. Our dedication to remote-first work, and strong culture of connection and global inclusion means that no matter your location, you’re part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences making a global impact each day. As we continue to revolutionize how the world interacts, we’re acquiring new skills and experiences that make work feel truly rewarding. Your career at Twilio is in your hands. See yourself at Twilio Join the team as Twilio’s next Software Engineer (L2). About The Job This position is needed to build the future of APIs and Developer Experiences on Twilio’s Edge. At Twilio’s Edge Proxy team, we manage a high-availability, low-latency proxy that processes Twilio’s inbound REST API traffic – over 12 billion API requests a week – with exceptionally high uptime, availability, and success rates. We are looking for a Software Engineer to help create a system that will enable teams to build developer friendly, scalable, and resilient APIs without friction. Responsibilities In this role, you’ll: Design, build, and maintain massively scalable, highly reliable and resilient Java services in a fast growing and engineering focused company Design and build scalable and segregated infrastructure deployment systems using Terraform, AWS, and Docker Contribute towards incident troubleshooting, remediation, and prevention efforts of high scale, mission critical software systems. Qualifications Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn’t followed a traditional path, don’t let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table! Required: 3-5 years experience in software engineering, working on distributed systems at scale Prior experience with RESTful API design and development Prior experience supporting production applications using observability metrics and tools (such as DataDog) Prior experience developing in a CI/CD environment using tools such as Build Kite, Jenkins, Travis CI, or others Strong understanding of network protocols such HTTP and WebSockets Experience with Cloud Technologies, especially AWS Strong verbal and written communication skills Desired Experience building and troubleshooting Java based applications Knowledge of Terraform, or other infrastructure as code framework Experience using Docker containers in production environments with Kubernetes Location This role will be remote, but is not eligible to be hired in CA, CT, NJ, NY, PA, WA. Travel We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, you may be required to travel occasionally to participate in project or team in-person meetings. What We Offer Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location. Compensation Please note this role is open to candidates outside of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington D.C., and Washington State. The information below is provided for candidates hired in those locations only. The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows: Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C. : 114,600 – 143,300. Based in New York, New Jersey, Washington State, or California (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $121,400 – $151,700. Based in the San Francisco Bay area, California: $134,800 – $168,500. This role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus plan. All roles are generally eligible for the following benefits: health care insurance, 401(k) retirement account, paid sick time, paid personal time off, paid parental leave. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until September 30, 2025 but may change based on business needs. Twilio thinks big. Do you? We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That’s why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts. So, if you’re ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself, apply now! If this role isn’t what you’re looking for, please consider other open positions. Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Additionally, Twilio participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Benefits found in job post 401(k)