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full-timeSenior Solutions Engineer
Twilio · Remote - US
Twilio provides a cloud communications platform that lets developers embed messaging, voice, and video capabilities into their applications through APIs. The company serves hundreds of thousands of businesses and supports millions of developers worldwide in building personalized customer experiences. As a Senior Solutions Engineer (also listed as Senior Presales Engineer) you will work closely with account executives to drive the technical side of sales opportunities. Daily tasks include conducting technical discovery, designing solution architectures, delivering product demonstrations and proof‑of‑concepts, creating design documentation, and guiding customers on how to best use Twilio’s APIs to meet their business needs. You will act as a trusted advisor, anticipating concerns and proposing creative solutions while building relationships with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. The role also involves identifying process improvements, leading small‑to‑medium technical projects with limited oversight, and contributing to the wider solutions engineering team through knowledge sharing and reusable collateral. Ideal candidates have a background in software engineering or API‑focused roles, strong communication and problem‑solving skills, and comfort engaging with mid‑level managers and engineers alike.
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. . 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. . See yourself at Twilio Join the team as Twilio’s next Senior Presales Engineer About the job This position is needed to enable our customers to build the future of communications. The Senior Solutions Engineer is a critical part of the sales team focused on our Digital Sales segment. Twilio’s Senior Solutions Engineers are responsible for delivering the Technical Win and best Product Fit to our customers.They lead the technical pre-sales relationship, drive technical discovery, propose technical architectures, demonstrate the product, anticipate concerns and offer creative solutions. They build customer trust in Twilio’s solutions. Senior Solutions Engineers should be comfortable engaging with mid-level managers or sketching out an API flow on a whiteboard with customer software engineers. As a Senior Solutions Engineer you will be able to fully and independently run low to mid-complexity opportunities. You will have exposure to all aspects of a deal and will work towards comprehensive knowledge of both our technology and elements of the deal cycle. Additionally, you will take the initiative in identifying and resolving issues that can improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team. In doing so, you may lead the design and execution of small to medium technical projects with limited oversight. Responsibilities In this role, you’ll: Partner with Account Executives to execute pre-sales activities including opportunity qualification, demonstrations, Proof-of-Concept, RFP, design documentation, technical presentations and enablement sessions. Help customers achieve success by leading the technical and product sale, recommending best-practice solutions, and guiding them on how to use Twilio’s APIs. Establish yourself as a trusted advisor to our customers, by taking the lead on understanding customer technical pains through discovery in order to design, demonstrate, and present innovative solutions that solve business challenges. Build and present highly interactive, complex and engaging customer product demonstrations to help showcase the capabilities of Twilio’s Communications Products, while effectively forming strong customer relationships with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders Be Hands-on, high-energy, passionate, and a creative problem solver, equipped with the knowledge of how to get things done and ability to lead others to success. Take the initiative to identify and solve problems - both for the customer and within the organization as we grow Contribute to the broader Twilio Solutions Engineering community through knowledge sharing, constructing demonstration materials, and creating reusable presentations 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: 5+ years pre-sales experience selling complex, technical products or 6+ years of professional experience supporting technical products coupled with customer facing experience, particularly in delivery or consulting Excellent communicator and presenter able to gain audience confidence An engaging storyteller - you can gain audience confidence and communicate complex topics to multiple levels of audience. Ability to build a deep understanding of a customer’s communications needs and guide them to a technical solution Previous software development experience or working knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in a technical discipline (Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science) or equivalent practical experience Desired: Familiarity with cloud platforms (Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure) and cloud application architecture. Previous experience in Telecom, SIP, Contact Center, or Security is a plus. Experie
| Role | Senior Solutions Engineer |
|---|---|
| Company | Twilio |
| Location | Remote - US |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-29 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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