This role is designed for a heavyweight technical advocate with at least 8–10 years of experience in solutions engineering or technical consulting. The ideal ca
Work type: remote
Location: Remote - US
Salary: $138,872 – $173,590/yr
Type: Full-time
This role is designed for a heavyweight technical advocate with at least 8–10 years of experience in solutions engineering or technical consulting. The ideal candidate is someone who can navigate complex backend codebases (Java, Node.js, Python) and REST APIs while simultaneously commanding a room of C-suite executives to articulate business value and ROI. The position offers high-level autonomy and a remote-first culture, though it requires roughly 25% travel for client engagement. While the base salary ranges from approximately $139k to over $192k depending on location, this role is also commission-eligible and includes equity, significantly increasing the total compensation potential. Note the specific geographic restrictions on hiring before applying. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have a deep background in backend development and building with REST APIs. * Are comfortable leading technical discovery sessions and architecting complex communication flows. * Enjoy mentoring other engineers and acting as a "force multiplier" for a sales organization. * Can pivot easily between writing code for a Proof-of-Concept and delivering a keynote-style presentation.
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 ](https://customers.twilio.com/)and empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences.
Our dedication to [remote-first work](https://www.twilio.com/en-us/blog/open-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.
We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help make our hiring process efficient. That said, every hiring decision is made by real Twilions!
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See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Principal Presales Engineer on Twilio's Strategic Communications team!
About the job
This position is needed to enable our customers to build the future of communications. The Twilio Principal Presales Engineer role is a critical part of the sales team, responsible for delivering the technical win for customer accounts. They lead the technical pre-sales relationship, propose technical architectures, demonstrate the product, anticipates concerns, and offers creative solutions. They build customer trust in Twilio solutions.
Principal Presales Engineers should be comfortable engaging a CEO or sketching out an API flow on a whiteboard with customer software engineers.
As a Principal Presales Engineer, you will be a recognized pre-sales expert and technical influencer by sales leaders. You will run even the most complex opportunities independently. Effectively communicating across departments and functions while owning the strategic vision for their organization across multiple calendar years. This is the go-to technical person for the sales team who mentors and uplifts their peers. You will work independently but actively prevent yourself from becoming a single point of failure within the team. You will have the opportunity to grow your peers and partners within other departments bringing customer insights to other Twilions.
Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
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!
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This role will be remote, but is not eligible to be hired in CA, CT, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, TX, VA, WA, or Washington DC.
Travel
We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 25% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way.
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.
CompensationPlease note this role is open to candidates outside of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington D.C., and Washington State. The information below is provided for candidates hired in those locations only.*
The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows:
Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until March 13th 2026, but may change based on business needs.
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](https://www.twilio.com/company/values). Additionally, we empower employees to build [positive change in their communities](https://twilio.org/support-and-resources/impact-fund) 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.](https://www.twilio.com/company/jobs#open-positions)