Principal Data Engineer Position Available In Montgomery, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

At Twilio, we’re shaping the future of communications, all fromthe comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions tohundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions ofdevelopers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences.

Our dedication to remote-first work, and strong culture ofconnection and global inclusion means that no matter your location,you’re part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences making aglobal impact each day. As we continue to revolutionize how theworld interacts, we’re acquiring new skills and experiences thatmake work feel truly rewarding. Your career at Twilio is in yourhands. See yourself at Twilio Join the Segment team as Twilio’snext Principal Data Engineer. About the job As a Principal DataEngineer, you will lead the technical direction of our core dataprocessing infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for building andscaling large-scale distributed systems that support Segment’scustomer data platform (CDP). This role demands deep expertise indata engineering, a strong product sense, and the ability to makehigh-leverage architectural decisions. Our systems handle hundredsof thousands of events per second across real-time and batchprocessing environments. Youll collaborate closely withcross-functional teams to design and implement scalable datapipelines, high-throughput compute engines, and durable storagesolutions that power advanced capabilities like audiencesegmentation, real-time personalization, and predictive insightsResponsibilities In this role, you’ll: Architect and implementlarge-scale data processing systems that power core Segmentcapabilities. Design and optimize distributed compute frameworksleveraging Apache Spark, Scala, and cloud-native services. Drivescalability and performance improvements across our data pipelines,enabling real-time and batch data processing. Partner with product,infrastructure, and platform teams to build reusable systems thataccelerate development across Segment. Mentor and guide a team ofdata engineers, setting technical standards and fostering a cultureof operational excellence. Lead end-to-end delivery of majorplatform features and improvements with measurable business impact.

Ensure systems are designed for observability, maintainability,security, and compliance. Qualifications Twilio values diverseexperiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyonewho meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career isjust starting or hasnt followed a traditional path, dont let thatstop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for peoplewho will bring something new to the table!

Required:

8 years ofsoftware engineering experience, with at least 5 years focused onlarge-scale data engineering. Proficiency in Scala or Java, withhands-on experience building systems using Apache Spark or similardistributed compute engines. Deep understanding of distributedsystems, stream processing, and data pipeline design patterns.

Experience processing large volumes of data using cloud-native andopen-source big data tools (e.g., Spark, Kafka, Parquet, DeltaLake). Track record of leading technical initiatives andcollaborating across engineering and product teams. Strongproblem-solving skills and a bias toward ownership and execution.

Experience with AWS and infrastructure-as-code tools. Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills.

Desired:

Experience withother data technologies such as Apache Flink, Trino, Snowflake, orDatabricks. Familiarity with data governance, quality frameworks,and

GDPR/CCPA

compliance. Exposure to real-time personalization orML-driven analytics use cases. Experience working in globallydistributed teams Location This role will be remote and based inthe U.S. Travel We prioritize connection and opportunities to buildrelationships with our customers and each other. For this role, youmay be required to travel occasionally to participate in project orteam in-person meetings. What We Offer Working at Twilio offersmany benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ampleparental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savingsprogram, and much more. Offerings vary by location. Compensation•Please note this role is open to candidates outside of California,Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, NewJersey, New York, Vermont, Washington D.C., and Washington State.

The information below is provided for candidates hired in thoselocations only. The estimated pay ranges for this role are asfollows: Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland,Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C. : $167,800.00•$209,700.00. Based in New York, New Jersey, Washington State, orCalifornia (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $177,700.00•$222,100.00). Based in the San Francisco Bay area,

California:

$197,400.00•$246,700.00. This role may be eligible to participatein Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus plan. All roles aregenerally eligible for the following benefits: health careinsurance, 401(k) retirement account, paid sick time, paid personaltime off, paid parental leave. The successful candidate’s startingsalary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatoryfactors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until June1st, 2025, but may change based on business needs. Twilio thinksbig. Do you? We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch inwhen needed, and are always up for trying new things. Thats why weseek out colleagues who embody our values — something we callTwilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positivechange in their communities by supporting their volunteering anddonation efforts. So, if youre ready to unleash your fullpotential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself,apply now! If this role isnt what youre looking for, pleaseconsider other open positions. Twilio is proud to be an equalopportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race,religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy,childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medicalconditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genderexpression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as anindividual with a disability, genetic information, political viewsor activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories,consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Qualifiedapplicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered foremployment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair ChanceOrdinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Additionally, Twilio participates in the E-Verify program incertain locations, as required by law. Twilio is committed toproviding reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals withdisabilities and disabled veterans in our job applicationprocedures.