[Remote] Staff Software Engineer (L4) Data Platform

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Twilio is a company shaping the future of communications and empowering developers worldwide. They are seeking an experienced Staff Software Engineer to join their Data Substrate team, responsible for architecting scalable data solutions and mentoring engineers.ResponsibilitiesServe as a subject matter expert in distributed systems, data technologies, with strong software engineering skillsArchitect and implement scalable and efficient data systems, storage solutions, and processing frameworks using state-of-the-art technologiesDrive technical innovation and research to stay at the forefront of emerging data technologies and best practicesMentor and coach a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learningCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable and efficient technical solutionsEnsure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the data lifecycle, adhering to industry best practices and compliance standardsSkillsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field8+ years of experience in software development, or a related fieldProven track record of architecting and delivering complex data projects at scale, with a deep understanding of data infrastructure and distributed systemsExpertise in big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and other distributed computing systemsExperience designing, building, and operating large-scale systems using AWS technologiesProficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailExperience designing or working with Data Lakehouse architectures, including hands-on experience with Hudi, Iceberg, or Delta data formatsExcellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and drive alignment across teamsStrong leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing junior engineersDemonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and deliver results under tight timelinesContributions to OSS projects is a bonusFamiliarity with data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL processes is a plusCompany OverviewTwilio is a cloud communication company that enables users to use standard web languages to build voice, VoIP, and SMS apps via a web API. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.twilio.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipTwilio has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 12 in 2026, 215 in 2025, 168 in 2024, 209 in 2023, 369 in 2022, 264 in 2021, 157 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.