Software Engineer; L4 Data Platform Remote

Staff Software Engineer (L4) Data Platform

Remote – United States

About the job

We are seeking an experienced Staff Engineer to join our Data Substrate team. In this role, you will architect scalable and reliable data solutions, collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners driving technical innovation, and mentor a team of talented engineers. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in data systems, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering complex data projects at scale.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert in distributed systems, data technologies, with strong software engineering skills.
• Architect and implement scalable and efficient data systems, storage solutions, and processing frameworks using state‑of‑the‑art technologies.
• Drive technical innovation and research to stay at the forefront of emerging data technologies and best practices.
• Mentor and coach a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient technical solutions.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle, adhering to industry best practices and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in software development or related field.
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering complex data projects at scale, with deep understanding of data infrastructure and distributed systems.
• Expertise in big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and other distributed computing systems.
• Experience designing, building, and operating large‑scale systems using AWS technologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, with strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience designing or working with Data Lakehouse architectures, including hands‑on experience with Hudi, Iceberg, or Delta data formats.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to influence technical decisions and drive alignment across teams.
• Strong leadership skills, with track record of mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environment and deliver results under tight timelines.
• Contributions to OSS projects is a bonus.
• Familiarity with data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes is a plus.

Location

This role is remote and based in the United States, but not eligible to be hired in CA, WA, NY, NJ, PA, or CT.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required for project or team in‑person meetings.

Estimated Pay Range

$ to $ per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Twilio is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.