Senior Analytics Engineer

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 Sr. Analytics Engineer, R&D. About the job This position is needed to advance the consistency & quality of our R&D analytics data layer and accelerate the development velocity of analysts. Our Data Science and Analytics team seeks to empower R&D to make data-backed decisions that accelerate innovation and improve product performance. You will work closely within our team and across Product & Engineering to design and maintain a robust analytics data layer that enables trusted reporting on R&D metrics. Responsibilities In this role, you’ll: • Design and implement a formal analytics data layer using AWS Glue, Athena / Presto, and LookML • Collaborate within the Data Science & Analytics team and across Product & Engineering to define, document, and maintain alignment on metric definition and data lineage • Develop and maintain automated data reconciliation and quality checks to proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accuracy and consistency of critical reports and dashboards • Lead investigations into complex data anomalies, conduct root cause analysis, and communicate findings and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences • Mentor and guide members of the data science and analytics team, establishing and enforcing best practices around data modeling, testing, documentation, and code review 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: • 4-5 years of professional experience in analytics engineering, data engineering, or a related discipline • Strong expertise in SQL and hands-on experience designing data models and orchestrating data pipelines using AWS Glue or similar technologies • Demonstrated ability to partner with cross-functional stakeholders to codify, document, and reconcile critical business metrics, ensuring company-wide data alignment • Proven track record of owning ambiguous projects from beginning to end with minimal guidance • Strong technical communication and mentorship skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to a range of audiences Desired: • 5+ years of professional experience in analytics engineering, data engineering, business intelligence, or a related discipline–ideally in a B2B SaaS environment • Expertise in Python; distributed computing technologies like Hive, Presto, and Spark; and dashboarding tools like Looker or Tableau • Proven track record of implementing robust data quality and testing frameworks