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Senior Engineer, Security Compliance Automation

Millions of developers around the world have used Twilio to unlock the magic of communications to improve any human experience.

Twilio

Employee count: 1001-5000

Ireland only

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.

See yourself at Twilio

Join the team as Twilio’s next Security Engineer, Security Automation on Twilio’s Information Security Team.

About the job

This position is needed to assist Twilio’s Information Security Team operate more efficiently by improving and automating our critical security workflows.

As a Software Engineer, Security Automation on this team, you will participate in all phases of the software development life cycle which includes requirements gathering with security teams, technical design, estimations, sprint planning, coding, testing, deployments and on-call support. You will own, operate and maintain automated workflows that support various security programs including but not limited to cloud security, product security, Governance, Risk Compliance (GRC) and enterprise security, employing Agile methodologies to continuously deliver value to our partners.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

  • Develop and implement automated and AI-powered security solutions to protect Twilio's Cloud and Enterprise infrastructure, leveraging data orchestration frameworks and LLM-based approaches.
  • Build workflows that integrate structured and unstructured data sources into orchestrated pipelines, enabling intelligent decision-making and risk reduction at scale.
  • Design and prototype LLM-driven applications to automate security analysis, incident response, and governance tasks, while ensuring explainability and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify security needs and deliver advanced AI-enabled solutions that address those needs effectively.
  • Contribute significantly to defining our security automation and AI roadmap, balancing near-term and long-term business impact with technical feasibility and scalability.
  • Own and maintain the operational health of automation and AI-driven systems, ensuring they continue to meet reliability and performance requirements (SLOs and KPIs).
  • Support on-call operations for tools, pipelines, and AI models owned by the team.
  • Document and share knowledge through clear technical documentation of processes, procedures, AI models, and orchestration systems.
  • Stay up-to-date on emerging trends in security automation, data orchestration, and AI/LLMs—and apply them to Twilio’s security operations for continuous innovation.

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:

  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a software engineer developing internal tools and automating workflows at scale
  • Proficiency in Python (or another scripting language) for development, testing, and automation of security and infrastructure workflows
  • Hands-on experience applying AI/ML models, including LLMs, to automate complex business or security processes and build intelligent solutions
  • Solid understanding of software security principles, secure coding practices, and security automation
  • Experience with data orchestration frameworks (e.g., Airflow, Dagster, Prefect) to manage and scale automation pipelines
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), CI/CD systems (BuildKite or similar), and container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, Docker)
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to iterate quickly on feedback and work across security and engineering teams

Desired:

  • Experience with Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) technologies and practices, with a focus on scaling automated incident response
  • Proven ability to design and implement security automation frameworks that enable rapid delivery of reliable, reusable, and scalable automated solutions
  • Strong interest in or hands-on experience with building and applying AI/ML models (including LLMs) to automate complex workflows in cybersecurity, compliance, or infrastructure operations
  • Ability to bridge AI/automation capabilities with security strategy, driving adoption of next-generation solutions across cloud and enterprise environments
  • Passion for continuous innovation in leveraging orchestration, automation, and AI to solve real-world security challenges

Location

This role will be remote, and based in Ireland.

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

There are many benefits to working at Twilio, including, in addition to competitive pay, things like 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.

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About Twilio

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Millions of developers around the world have used Twilio to unlock the magic of communications to improve any human experience. Twilio has democratized communications channels like voice, text, chat, video, and email by virtualizing the world’s communications infrastructure through APIs that are simple enough for any developer to use, yet robust enough to power the world’s most demanding applications. By making communications a part of every software developer’s toolkit, Twilio is enabling innovators across every industry — from emerging leaders to the world’s largest organizations — to reinvent how companies engage with their customers.

Founded in 2008, Twilio has over 1000 employees, with headquarters in San Francisco and other offices in Atlanta, Berlin, Bogotá, Denver, Dublin, Paris, Prague, Hong Kong, Irvine, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Munich, Malmö, Mountain View, Redwood City, Munich, New York City, São Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, and Tallinn.

Employee benefits

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Healthcare benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Equity benefits

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Retirement benefits

50% match on the first 6% of base salary

Paid parental leave

12 months paid maternity and paternity leave.

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