Senior/Staff Applied Research Software Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Senior/Staff Applied Research Software Engineer (AI): Building and prototyping next-generation communication solutions within an incubation lab with an accent on agentic workflows and AI-assisted development. Focus on engineering autonomous systems, redefining human-AI interaction, and delivering high-impact, production-ready features in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Compensation: $141,520 – $251,600 (varies by location)

Company

Twilio is a global leader in cloud communications, empowering developers and businesses to build personalized customer experiences through innovative software solutions.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and implement prototypes and production-ready solutions for emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to experiment with AI, machine learning, and agentic workflows.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering best practices.
• Communicate technical concepts and progress to stakeholders and peers.
• Adapt quickly to feedback and evolving requirements in an entrepreneurial incubation environment.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5+ years of professional full-stack software development experience.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, Python, or Java.
• Experience with front-end (React, Angular) and back-end (Node.js, Springboot) frameworks.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL or NoSQL).
• Mastery of an agentic coding operating model and ability to leverage LLMs for development.

Nice to have

• Exposure to AI or machine learning principles.
• Knowledge of cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure) and distributed systems.
• Experience working in remote or globally distributed teams.
• Contributions to open source or tech community projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first work culture with a focus on global inclusion.
• Competitive pay, equity plan, and corporate bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive healthcare insurance and 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Generous time off, including paid sick time, personal time, and parental leave.
• Opportunities for in-person connection through occasional travel.