Staff, Application Security Engineer

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified
• Twilio is a company shaping the future of communications, empowering businesses and developers worldwide. They are committed to remote-first work and a global, inclusive culture. This role focuses on enhancing Twilio’s Application Security capabilities to improve visibility, reduce vulnerabilities, and foster secure engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Application Security initiatives across different teams, designing and implementing security best practices.
• Implement and enhance security automation within CI/CD pipelines.
• Maintain Application Security solutions, measure their effectiveness, and continuously improve based on strategic priorities.
• Develop and maintain secure coding guidelines and security training for Engineers.
• Investigate security vulnerabilities and support incident response as needed.
• Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques to proactively secure applications.

Qualifications

• Experience: 8+ years of experience in application security, secure software development, or related fields.
• Tools & Technologies:
  • Hands-on experience with SAST (Static Application Security Testing), SCA (Software Composition Analysis), DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing), Secrets management solutions, and API Security solutions.
  • Deep understanding of security for Containers, web applications, APIs, and cloud-native workloads (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10s and modern attack vectors.
• Programming: Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Go, Java, TypeScript).
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Application Instructions

• Not specified. (Encourages diverse experiences and welcomes applicants with alternative career paths).

Company Information

• 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, diverse team 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.