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See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Data Engineer.
Who we are
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 mean that no matter your location, you’re part of a vibrant, diverse team 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.
About the job
This position is needed to help Twilio continue in its journey towards being an innovative and efficient data-driven enterprise.
The Data & Analytics Platform team is seeking a developing and ambitious Data Engineer. In this role, you will design and build data platforms and services while managing our data infrastructure in cloud environments that fuel strategic business decisions across Twilio. You will have opportunities to learn new technologies, skills and methodologies.
Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
- Generate highly scalable platforms and services to support rapidly growing data needs at Twilio.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in our data infrastructure and implement solutions that improve efficiency and scalability.
- Cultivate a culture of collaboration and innovation within the Data & Analytics Platform team.
- Collaborate with data architects, product managers, and other engineers to ensure seamless integration of data platforms and services into Twilio's overall technology stack.
- Participate in Agile/Scrum activities, including planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and provide a point of view on user stories.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation to ensure ease of use and adoption of data platforms and services.
Qualifications
Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Twilio values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also 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:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science required, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of data engineering experience.
- Experience in the following:
- Development/scripting languages:
- SQL
- One or more of Python, Java, Scala
- Technologies:
- Cloud Computing platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure)
- Transformation/ETL (e.g. dbt, Spark SQL/Scala/PySpark, AWS Glue)
- Distributed databases (e.g. Athena, Presto, Hive, Snowflake, Redshift)
- Data Warehousing Methodologies:
- One or more of the following:
- Dimensional Modeling: Star/snowflake schema
- Lakehouse/medallion (bronze, silver, gold)
- Data Vault
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work with distributed, cross-functional teams.
- Solid communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate your point of view.
Desired:
- Master's degree in Computer Science.
- Experience with any of the following:
- Technologies:
- Containerisation (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
- CI / CD (e.g. Buildkite, ArgoCD)
- Ingestion systems (e.g. Kafka, Debezium, Meltano)
- Big data file formats (e.g. Hudi, Parquet, Iceberg, Delta)
- Relational / OLTP Databases (e.g. Postgresql, Aurora / MySQL)
- OLAP Databases (e.g. Clickhouse, Druid, Pinot)
- Generative AI (e.g. LLM, Langchain, Bedrock)
- Experience working in an agile environment and iterative development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to influence and build effective working relationships with all levels of the organization.
Location
This role will be based in Dublin or remote in Ireland.
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
There are many benefits to working at Twilio, including, in addition to competitive pay, things like generous time-off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location.
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. Twilio is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action 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.
Twilio is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
Top Skills
What We Do
Millions of developers around the world have used Twilio to unlock the magic of communications to improve any human experience.
Twilio has democratized communications channels like voice, text, chat, video, and email by virtualizing the world’s communications infrastructure through APIs that are simple enough for any developer to use, yet robust enough to power the world’s most demanding applications.
By making communications a part of every software developer’s toolkit, Twilio is enabling innovators across every industry — from emerging leaders to the world’s largest organizations — to reinvent how companies engage with their customers.
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