Join the team as Twilio’s next Software Engineer.

Who we are & why we’re hiring

Twilio powers real-time business communications and data solutions that help companies and developers worldwide build better applications and customer experiences.

Although we're headquartered in San Francisco, we have presence throughout South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. We're on a journey to becoming a global company that actively opposes racism and all forms of oppression and bias. At Twilio, we support diversity, equity & inclusion wherever we do business.

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 a small, 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 

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: 

• 2 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 based 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

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 accommodation@twilio.com.