See Yourself at Twilio

Who we are & why we’re hiring

Twilio powers real-time business communications and data solutions that help companies and developers worldwide build better applications and customer experiences.

Although we're headquartered in San Francisco, we're on a journey to becoming a globally antiracist company that supports diversity, equity & inclusion wherever we do business. We employ thousands of Twilions worldwide, and we're looking for more builders, creators, and visionaries to help fuel our growth momentum.

About the job

Hatch Software Engineering apprenticeship program embodies Twilio's continued growth and commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Twilio, we strive to build equity, equality, and belonging to make communication more inclusive for all. We hire people with non-traditional backgrounds to increase our hiring funnel and work towards a more equitable tech industry.

Hatch is a 6-month apprenticeship program at Twilio that aims to equip individuals having non-traditional technical backgrounds with industry experience in designing, developing and delivering production-ready software systems. We encourage anyone from an underrepresented group in tech to apply for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, trans men, non-binary people, all women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ identified people, people with disabilities (visible or otherwise), and veterans. Applications will close on Friday, April, 8th. This cohort is scheduled to start on Monday, May 16th.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• BE AN OWNER: Write high-quality, maintainable code that is well-documented and extensively tested
• BE INCLUSIVE: Collaborate with team to rapidly and safely iterate and deploy production systems
• DRAW THE OWL: Participate in product and architecture reviews to determine project deliverables
• RUTHLESSLY PRIORITIZE: Commit to, scope out and timebox tickets to deliver at a predictable cadence
• EMPOWER OTHERS: Contribute to regular team meetings to plan work on an ongoing basis
• WRITE IT DOWN: Give and receive constructive feedback as part of peer code reviews

Qualifications

Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Twilio values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also 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:

• Technical proficiency in one coding language and one application framework (such as React, Angular, Rails, Express, Flask, etc)
• Can build an interactive UI or backend web application
• Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases
• Entry level experience with version control, such as git
• A demonstrated growth mindset and ability to take feedback
• No prior professional software engineering experience (or less than one year)
• Experience learning coding through a bootcamp, community college or university courses (but no 4 year computer science degree), online courses or self taught.
• Strong empathy, collaboration and communication skills

Desired:

• Involvement with community groups supporting engineers from underrepresented communities in tech
• Experience with mentorship, teaching, or being mentored, even outside a technical context
• Interest in supporting and lifting up your fellow apprentices and teammates!

Location 

This role will be remote based in the United States. Twilio will not be offering relocation for this position. 

What We Offer

Reimbursement Programs & Stipends

• WFH set up stipend
• $65 per month work-from-home stipend
• Up to $50 per month for wellness expenses and activities
• Up to $30 per month to use towards books/eBooks

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.

*Please note this role is open to candidates outside of Colorado as well. The information below is provided for those hired in Colorado only.

*If you are a Colorado applicant:

• The estimated pay range for this role, based in Colorado, is $44.00 an hour. 
  
  
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