Staff, Application Security Engineer

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified
• Twilio is a communications platform company that delivers innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empowers millions of developers worldwide. They are committed to remote-first work and a strong culture of connection and global inclusion. 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 to design, build, and implement 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, SCA, DAST, Secrets, and API Security solutions.
  • Deep understanding of security for Containers, web, APIs, and cloud-native workloads (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of OWASP top 10s and modern attack vectors.
• Skills: Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Go, Java, TypeScript).
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, including an ability to communicate effectively with a diverse array of staff.

Application Instructions

• Not specified. (Encourages applicants with diverse experiences to apply.)

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 a 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.