Distinguished Architect - Remote

Overview

As a Distinguished Architect at Twilio, you will play a crucial role in building next-generation products and capabilities across the Twilio platform, while driving improvements within engineering teams.

In Short

• Serve as a strategic leader reporting to the SVP of Engineering.
• Define and drive the strategic vision for the Platform Experiences team.
• Establish standards and develop scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Debug and resolve complex issues in distributed systems.
• Mentor senior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Stay updated on cutting-edge technology developments.
• Set industry standards for innovation and best practices.

Requirements

• Ability to set technical direction and lead architectural transformations.
• Skilled in balancing long-term strategies with short-term business priorities.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Track record of accountability for outcomes and strategic thinking.
• Comfort engaging with engineers, product managers, and executives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building abilities.
• Proven ability to mentor engineering talent.
• Knowledge of large-scale, multi-product portfolio systems.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and generous time off.
• Ample parental and wellness leave.
• Healthcare and retirement savings programs.
• Opportunities for equity and corporate bonus participation.
• Support for volunteering and donation efforts.
• Inclusive company culture that values diverse experiences.
• Remote-first work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Travel opportunities to connect with customers and teams.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.