Software Engineer
See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Software Engineer.
About the job
This position is needed to build and operate the critical infrastructure that powers webhook delivery across all Twilio products. You'll design features, implement system improvements, and shape the future of this high-scale platform service that dispatches billions of webhooks to customers worldwide.
As a Backend Engineer, you'll develop Java services and manage Kubernetes infrastructure to deliver features and improvements to Twilio Webhooks. Engineering teams at Twilio operate as autonomous mini-startups, giving you ownership and impact. Learn more about Twilio Webhooks: https://www.twilio.com/docs/usage/webhooks
Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
Design, implement, test rigorously and support microservices at scale in a collaborative environment.
Advocate for and implement operational best practices and serve on-call for the team’s services.
Demonstrate quickness in learning and interest in teaching others. Take part in sprint and quarterly planning ceremonies.
Contribute to a highly collaborative team, sharing your ideas and requesting feedback.
Communicate complex ideas simply through verbal and written communication.
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:
5+ years of backend development experience, preferably with Java/Python/Go.
Experience consuming and designing mature REST APIs.
Previous experience working with Cloud technologies.
Demonstrated cross-team communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with engineering best practices in all phases of the software development life cycle.
Experience with or interest in designing and operating reliable, scalable systems.
Computer Science degree or equivalent experience.
Work experience on a customer-facing product
Desired:
Proven ability to work carefully and methodically on high-impact, mission-critical systems
Experience deploying and operating services on Kubernetes.
Experience building fault-tolerant backend services on top of AWS managed services (like databases, caches)
Experience working with high traffic, highly scalable systems and complex code bases.
Observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, Rollbar…)
Location
This role will be remote and based 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
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.
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Software Engineer
See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Software Engineer.
About the job
This position is needed to build and operate the critical infrastructure that powers webhook delivery across all Twilio products. You'll design features, implement system improvements, and shape the future of this high-scale platform service that dispatches billions of webhooks to customers worldwide.
As a Backend Engineer, you'll develop Java services and manage Kubernetes infrastructure to deliver features and improvements to Twilio Webhooks. Engineering teams at Twilio operate as autonomous mini-startups, giving you ownership and impact. Learn more about Twilio Webhooks: https://www.twilio.com/docs/usage/webhooks
Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
Design, implement, test rigorously and support microservices at scale in a collaborative environment.
Advocate for and implement operational best practices and serve on-call for the team’s services.
Demonstrate quickness in learning and interest in teaching others. Take part in sprint and quarterly planning ceremonies.
Contribute to a highly collaborative team, sharing your ideas and requesting feedback.
Communicate complex ideas simply through verbal and written communication.
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:
5+ years of backend development experience, preferably with Java/Python/Go.
Experience consuming and designing mature REST APIs.
Previous experience working with Cloud technologies.
Demonstrated cross-team communication and collaboration skills.
Experience with engineering best practices in all phases of the software development life cycle.
Experience with or interest in designing and operating reliable, scalable systems.
Computer Science degree or equivalent experience.
Work experience on a customer-facing product
Desired:
Proven ability to work carefully and methodically on high-impact, mission-critical systems
Experience deploying and operating services on Kubernetes.
Experience building fault-tolerant backend services on top of AWS managed services (like databases, caches)
Experience working with high traffic, highly scalable systems and complex code bases.
Observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, Rollbar…)
Location
This role will be remote and based 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
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.