Software Engineer (L1)

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 (L1).

About the Job

This position is needed to help Twilio develop and deliver new capabilities in the Twilio Flex product. You will be a member of a SCRUM team which designs, implements, owns the services responsible for orchestrating voice & digital flows. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to influence roadmap priorities, propose innovative solutions that will enable Twilio to achieve its goal of being the world’s most trusted customer engagement platform. If you thrive in fast-moving environments, enjoy working on scalable systems, and are passionate about building high-performance backend services, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services that power Twilio Flex’s high scale digital engagement solution.
• Improve the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of Twilio Flex’s backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, design, and infrastructure to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Drive best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, testing, and deployment processes.
• Ensure high operational excellence by monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining always-on cloud services.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical roadmaps that align with Twilio’s CXaaS vision and Flex’s strategic initiatives.

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 based remotely in India (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Maharashtra, Delhi).

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.

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