Presales Engineer

Twilio · Remote - United Kingdom · Remote

Posted 7/20/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

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.  . About the job The Twilio Presales Engineer is both highly technical and a skilled executive relationship builder. They are comfortable showing an engaging communications experience to a CEO or sketching out a flow on a whiteboard with technical decision makers. This position is needed to deliver the technical win and product fit to our customers across the EMEA region. A Twilio Presales Engineer is an experienced pre-sales engineer who builds customer trust in Twilio’s Customer Engagement Platform, resulting in customer success at our largest, most strategic accounts. The Presales Engineer leads the technical pre-sales relationship, proposes technical architectures, demonstrates the product, anticipates concerns, and provides creative solutions to our customers' most complex communications and customer engagement challenges and needs. Responsibilities In this role as Presales Engineer, you’ll: Work alongside Twilio New business Account Executives, other Twilio Solutions Engineers, Professional Services and Twilio Partners as needed through the pre-sales process, to strategise and plan for deal success.  Build a successful business partnership with Twilio Account Executives focussing on great business discovery within prospects and communicating the business value of Twilio solutions. Take part alongside Account Executives in qualification, discovery, demonstrations, Proof-of-Concept, RFP response, design documentation, technical presentations and enablement sessions during the sales cycle. Develop subject matter expertise on the customer needs and requirements, and Twilio’s best in class communications technology.  Lead technical discovery sessions with our customers to uncover their needs and challenges to articulate Twilio’s ability to enable their success and solve their challenges.  Build and present powerful and complex presentations and product demos to help showcase the capabilities of Twilio Communications Products. Form an understanding of a customers business and help solve problems they’ve identified as well as uncover areas of opportunity. Build trusted advisor relationships at the highest levels of our customers and present creative new solutions and architectures that enable and inspire innovation Contribute to the wider Twilio Solutions Engineer community by sharing knowledge, building demo assets and reusable presentations. 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! Twilio is looking for a Presales Engineer with a strong desire to work in a technical pre-sales role. You will need: Required: At least 3 years in a technical pre-sales role in CPaaS, SaaS or Telecom space Solid understanding and experience of the sales cycle and the role of a pre-sales engineer  Solid understanding of voice protocols (VoIP), SIP implementations or messaging APIs Creativity: you’ll need to be a problem solver, able to collaborate with others to drive success.  An engaging storyteller: you can gain audience confidence and communicate complex topics to multiple levels of technical and non-technical audience.  Ability to ask the right questions to build a deep understanding of a customers needs and guide them to a technical solution using Twilio Communications products   Knowledge of public cloud platforms (Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure) and cloud application architectures Experience writing code in one or more of the following areas, multiple areas of experience would be advantageous: Backend (Java, C#, Node.js, Python or PHP) Web (JS, React) Experience with designing and consuming REST APIs Desired:  Hands on experience with with backend development (Java, C#, Node.js, Python, PHP, etc) Familiarity with Mobile development, especially for iOS and Android. Previous experience in Telecommunications, SIP, WebRTC, or Contact Centre in a technical role Experience with automation, cloud-native development and skills with a major cloud platform.  Experience with sales methodologies  Location  This role will be remotely based in the UK or Ireland  We prioritise connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 35% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way. 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. . Stay alert to recruitment fraud We care about your safety. Scammers sometimes impersonate Twilio recruiters through fake job postings, emails, websites, or messages. Please ensure you are engaging with an official @ twilio.com email address. We will never ask for payment, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or banking information during the recruiting process. We do not make job offers without a formal interview process or conduct interviews exclusively through text-based messaging apps. . 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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