Principal Product Manager at Twilio

You're an experienced product manager, ideally with a BS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience, looking to shape the future of communication pl

Work type: remote

Location: Remote - US

Salary: $171,120 – $213,900/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

You're an experienced product manager, ideally with a BS in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience, looking to shape the future of communication platforms. Twilio is offering a fully remote role in the US with a generous salary range of $171,120 - $251,600 annually, depending on location. You'll have a significant impact on global messaging products. You might be a good fit if you: * Have 5+ years of product management experience, with 7+ preferred. * Possess technical skills in APIs or platform products, designing for reliability and scale. * Understand B2B and large enterprise operations, including sales cycles. * Are skilled at working backwards from customer needs to define impactful product decisions.

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 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!

See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as Twilio’s next Principal Product Manager for Twilio Messaging.

About the job

We’re hiring an experienced product manager to lead developer experience and growth for Twilio’s RCS and SMS products. The messaging ecosystem is at an inflection point, and you’ll guide our platform through this evolution. You’ll shape APIs that power global engagement with billions of people. With a customer-focused and data-driven approach, you’ll turn ambiguity into opportunity and deliver best-in-class experiences. Join us to define the next chapter of customer engagement.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

Define and own the strategy, roadmap, and execution for Twilio’s SMS and RCS APIs, driving innovation while simplifying the developer experience.

Lead the evolution of our messaging platform, including launching new cross-channel APIs and evolving our legacy APIs at global scale.

Work backwards from developers and enterprises to design intuitive, consistent APIs that power billions of customer interactions

Gather market intelligence, analyze usage patterns, and synthesize insights from prototypes to innovate

Partner closely with engineering, design, GTM, and partner teams to scope, build, and launch capabilities

Drive experimentation through betas and A/B tests, iterating quickly to achieve product–market fit for emerging conversational experiences.

Use data and metrics to identify growth opportunities, performance gaps, and areas to improve reliability.

Mentor and influence teams across the org, championing a developer-first culture in a distributed, remote-first environment.

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 (7+ preferred) experience in product management

Proven ability to work backwards from customer needs, crystallizing problems that translate into impactful product decisions

Strong understanding of how B2B and large enterprises operate, including sales cycles and organizational dynamics

Technical skills: experience in APIs or platform products, including designing for reliability, scale, and developer usability

Soft Skills: Highly collaborative and excel in building cross-functional relationships in remote, global teams; able to mentor, inspire, and set vision for high-impact initiatives

Entrepreneurial: Scrappy and resourceful, comfortable rolling up your sleeves to get things done and drive impact

BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Desired:
Experience building and scaling products or businesses, driving both zero-to-one innovation and high growth.

Advanced degree: MBA or Master’s in CS or related discipline.

Location
This role will be remote, but is not eligible to be hired in San Francisco, CA, Oakland, CA, San Jose, CA, or the surrounding areas.
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.

CompensationPlease note this role is open to candidates outside of San Francisco, CA, Oakland, CA, San Jose, CA, or the surrounding areas. The information below is provided for candidates hired in those locations only.

The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows:

Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C. : $171,120 - $ 213,900.

Based in New York, New Jersey, Washington State, or California (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $181,200 - $226,500.

Based in the San Francisco Bay area, California: $201,280 - $251,600.

This role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus plan. All roles are generally eligible for the following benefits: health care insurance, 401(k) retirement account, paid sick time, paid personal time off, paid parental leave.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

Application deadline information

Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until 1st May 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)

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