Job description
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 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.
About the job
This position is needed to develop the future platform of communications. Twilio SMS Engineering is looking for a Software Engineer to join our team to work on our SMS connectivity layer with the purpose to build and optimize for delivery. You will be developing a complex distributed platform in Java and be concerned with availability, throughput, latency, and data integrity. At the core are cloud technologies that enable deployment and management of computing resources globally.
Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
- Design, develop, test and deploy features alongside an experienced, distributed collaborative team
- Participating in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
- Work independently to troubleshoot/determine resolution for issues in your team’s domain
- Managing your work through the use of Github, Jira, and our build/deploy systems
- Ensure quality by writing unit-, integration- and load-tests
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
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:
- 1+ years of experience with Java frameworks such as Dropwizard, Spring, Hibernate, or similar.
- Experience with cloud services (AWS preferred, Google, Azure etc.)
- Strong Computer Science fundamentals not limited to data structures, algorithms, operating systems, and distributed systems
- Knowledge of processes and engineering best practices in all phases of the software development life cycle
- Readiness to participate in the on-call rotation
- Strong communication skills and desire to make an impact and thrive in small, collaborative, energetic teams
Desired:
- Experience with microservice architecture
- Experience working with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Location
This role will be remote from Estonia or based in our Tallinn, Estonia office.
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.
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.
