Messaging Operations Engineer 3

Twilio; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Twilio seeks a Supply Operations Engineer (L3) to manage their SMS carrier network and optimize service quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SMS operations and a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. This remote position offers flexibility and opportunities for growth within a leading communications company.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous time off

Wellness leave

Healthcare

Retirement savings program

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in production/systems engineering or SMS operations.
• Experience with carrier connectivity and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of the LATAM messaging ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Manage carrier connections and ensure SMS traffic quality.
• Act as escalation point for complex issues and support NOC.
• Create and maintain documentation for operational processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication in English and Portuguese

Technical ability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Kibana

Datadog

Looker

SMPP

Job description

Who we are

At Twilio, we’re shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions tohundreds of thousands of businessesand 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.

See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as our next Supply Operations Engineer (L3)

About the job

This position is needed to perform tactical carrier operations to ensure that Twilio provides the highest quality of service for worldwide SMS traffic. The person in this role will manage Twilio’s vast network of carrier connections, and optimize for reliability, redundancy, capacity and uptime and provide L2 support to first line teams for troubleshooting and resolving issues within the carrier network.

The right candidate will be passionate about serving customers, have deep SMS knowledge, understand the LATAM messaging ecosystem and enjoy solving problems, optimizing processes, tools and procedures to ensure smooth team operations. You are a result-oriented individual who is motivated to tackle complex problems, has a “can do” attitude and is willing to go above and beyond to help our customers.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Act as escalation point for our NOC team for complex routing/quality issues and manage monitoring and alerting for all aspects of SMS Delivery completion and quality
• Identify, test and analyze new and existing carrier connectivity to unlock new quality and pricing opportunities
• Work on cross-team projects with Product, Engineering, Business Development, and other technical teams acting as subject-matter-expert for International Messaging Operations.
• Create and maintain accurate and easy to follow internal documentation of new and existing operational processes.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline operational processes further and work with software engineers to define the tools necessary to do this.
• Interact extensively across all functional teams within Twilio and have significant exposure to our executive leadership.
• Work with our teams in a full transparent and respectful manner.

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:

• Ability to communicate in English and Portuguese fluently to engage with local stakeholders
• 6+ years experience in production/systems engineering, operations, analytical or routing role for SMS
• Advanced experience in an SMS Operations / Routing role at a Tier 1 carrier or aggregator.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Fluency in performing analysis and evaluation using key operational metrics.
• Have the technical ability to understand software and recognize areas of product integration, discuss product roadmaps, and engage with product managers
• Technically savvy and experience with the cloud, APIs, communications, enterprise software, devices, and mobility is a plus.
• Experience in complex troubleshooting and resolve critical or escalated technical issues
• Thorough, organized, and process-oriented to the extreme. You’re an expert at prioritizing and executing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Desired:

• Experience working with aggregators / MNOs on the messaging front (interconnections, traffic management, troubleshooting of production issues within messaging space)
• Advanced understanding of SMS messaging from a carrier and aggregator (Core Network and VAS) perspectives
• Advanced experience in SMS troubleshooting (e.g. Traceroute, TCP Dump, SMPP) and understanding of basic AWS connectivity
• Experience using troubleshooting tools such as Kibana, Datadog, Looker and other reporting and presentation tools like Looker, MIRO, and ticketing tools such as Zendesk, ServiceNow, JIRA
• Proficiency in SQL and data analysis tools
• Ability to build effective working relationships with cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, Operations and Commercial teams across offices and regions.
• Thrives on working in a collaborative and inclusive environment

Location

This role will be remote and based in Brazil

Travel

We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, you may be required to travel occasionally to participate in project or team in-person meetings.

What We Offer

Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location.

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.

Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Additionally, Twilio participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.