See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as our next Data Engineer

Who we are & why were hiring

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

Although we're headquartered in San Francisco, we have presence throughout South America, Europe, Asia & Australia. We're on a journey to becoming a globally anti-racist, anti-oppressive, anti-bias company that actively opposes racism & all forms of oppression & bias. At Twilio, we support diversity, equity & inclusion wherever we do business. We employ thousands of Twilions worldwide, & we're looking for more builders, creators, & visionaries to help fuel our growth momentum.

About the job

Twilio is growing rapidly & seeking a Data Engineer to be a key member of the Corporate Data Analytics & Infrastructure organization. You will be joining an existing team of engineers based in Dublin, Ireland. You will design & build data platforms & services, while managing our data infrastructure in cloud environments that fuels strategic business decisions across Twilio. You will partner with other engineers & product managers to translate data needs into critical information that can be used to implement scalable data platforms & self service tools. 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about solving problems using engineering & data, thrives in an evolving environment, brings an enthusiastic & collaborative attitude, & delights in making a difference. As a successful candidate, you will have some background in data engineering & a record of solving data problems at scale leveraging distributed data systems. You are a self-starter, embody a growth mindset, & can collaborate effectively across the entire Twilio organization. 

Responsibilities

In this role, youll:

• Collaborate with other engineers on building & implementing new data systems
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (analysts, scientists, engineers) on building data solutions based on requirements
• Design, develop & maintain scalable data pipelines to support continuing increases in data volume & complexity
• Write unit/integration tests, contribute to engineering wiki, & document work
• Perform data analysis required to solve data related issues & assist in the resolution of data issues
• Offer support by responding to system problems in a timely manner

Qualifications 

Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Twilio values diverse experiences in other industries, & 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:

• 3+ years of data engineering experience in a fast paced company that delivers software
• Knowledge of all phases of software development including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, implementation, & support
• Hands on experience with at least one programming language (Python, Scala, Java, other), SQL, & the desire to learn new ones if required
• Understanding of distributed systems used in the world of data (Kafka, Spark, Hive, Presto, Hadoop  etc.) 
• Understanding of engineering best practices & design principles
• Experience working in agile environment & iterative development 
• Collaborative mindset & ability to work with distributed, cross-functional teams
• Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science required, or equivalent experience

Desired:

• Knowledge of the modern data stack & cloud services
• Excellent communication & presentation skills, strong analytical & problem-solving skills

Location 

Welcome to work remotely within Estonia or in our Tallinn office, or a mix of both, to suit your preference.

What We Offer

There are many benefits to working at Twilio, including, in addition to competitive pay, things like generous time-off, ample parental & wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, & much more. Offerings vary by location.

Twilio thinks big. Do you?

We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, & 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 & donation efforts.

So, if you're ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, & be the best version of yourself, apply now!