Twilio

Developer Success Engineer

USA, United States full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

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 team with diverse experiences 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.
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Hiring and how we work

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help make our hiring process efficient. That said, every hiring decision is made by real Twilions!

Also, while we are a remote-first company, you may be asked to report in person on an ad-hoc basis for team gatherings, functional off-sites or customer meetings.
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See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as Twilio’s next Developer Success Engineer.

About the job

In this hybrid engineering and customer success role, you’ll work directly with developers that want to learn how Stytch works, help them design an implementation, and answer any questions they have along the way. Throughout that path you’ll also be serving as the voice of the customer within Stytch and closing the feedback loop by ensuring their insights make it back to our Product, Design, and Engineering teams - or implementing improvements yourself. As the team grows, you’ll have more opportunities to contribute new features to Stytch and Twilio products through code.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

Build new features and fix bugs in Stytch and Twilio products.

Serve as a technical resource for customers when they have questions about our product.

Improve documentation and processes for internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

Required:

A genuine drive to understand customer needs and concerns.

Troubleshooting — Deep curiosity, grit, and tenacity to dig into tough technical issues and track down root causes.

Hands-on programming experience in a major language, with 2+ years writing code to build, debug, or automate, in a support, solutions, or software engineering role.

Ability to debug others' code (customer integrations, SDKs, open-source libraries) and ship small, well-tested fixes in an existing codebase.

Familiarity with modern web services and APIs.

Demonstrated ability to communicate credibly and effectively at all levels.

Desired:

Experience with authentication protocols (SAML/OAuth), MFA, IdP.

Prior experience in a customer-facing technical role, such as technical support, solutions engineering, field engineering, etc.

Direct experience working on a dedicated software development or product team.

Location

This role will be remote and must be willing to work East Coast business hours.

Schedule

Ability to work non-standard, on-call rotation weekend and holiday hours.

Travel

We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, you may be required to travel occasionally to participate in project or team in-person meetings.

What We Offer

Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location.

Compensation

The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows:

Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C. : $116,960 - $146,200

Based in New York, New Jersey, Washington State, or California (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $123,760 - $154,700.

Based in the San Francisco Bay area, California: $137,520 - $171,900.

This role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus plan. All roles are generally eligible for the following benefits: health care insurance, 401(k) retirement account, paid sick time, paid personal time off, paid parental leave.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until January 2nd, but may change based on business needs.

Twilio thinks big. Do you?

We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That's why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts.

So, if you're ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself, apply now! If this role isn't what you're looking for, please consider other open positions.

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Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Additionally, Twilio participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Interview prep

Walk in with sharper answers.

Use this as a quick practice sheet before you speak with the employer.

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Technology & IT Human Resources Remote Collaboration Sales Writing Mid level full-time

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Developer Success Engineer role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Twilio?
  3. Which of Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Sales have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Sales.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Developer Success Engineer role because I can bring practical experience in Human Resources, Remote Collaboration and Sales, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Twilio needs from this hire.

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