Talent & Culture Partner, R&D

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Join the team as Twilio’s next R&D Talent & Culture Partner.

About the job

This position sits within the People Team and reports to the VP of Talent Experience and Inclusion.  Serve as the primary advocate and key driver for our global Talent & Culture programs, collaborating with key stakeholders to co-create and lead initiatives tailored to the specific cultural and organizational needs of R&D.  (R&D houses Product & Engineering and is led by Twilio’s Chief Product Officer)

You will be responsible for designing and executing talent programs and initiatives that connect enterprise-wide HR cycles to R&D's specific business goals - ensuring  Twilio’s  Product & Engineering functions are effectively developing, assessing, and rewarding our top technical talent. 

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Serve as the main liaison between the global TED team and the R&D HRBPs & R&D LT. 
• Design and execute a localization strategy that connects global HR cyclical programs to R&D’s strategic goals, striking the right balance between standardized global offerings and bespoke R&D business needs.
• Build robust VP/SVP pipelines and guide targeted development  to accelerate the readiness of key talent across the organization.
• Architect and deliver on a R&D talent development approach in partnership with business leaders and HRBPs, leveraging tools like calibration and succession, to deliver outcomes.
• Ensure the regular and effective assessment of employee skills and performance across R&D, enabling leadership to efficiently reward, promote, develop, and manage their teams.
• Design and maintain a functional talent and engagement scorecard to track adoption, outcomes, and continuous improvement of talent programs.  

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

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional certifications in HR/OD preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years as an HRBP, talent management, or talent development (preferably in a global, matrixed environment). 
• Prior experience partnering with Engineering, Product, or R&D organizations in a fast-paced, global tech company.
• Deep understanding of cyclical HR processes (performance management, compensation, talent reviews/calibrations) with demonstrated ability to translate and adapt global corporate programs to meet specific business unit needs.
• Proven track record of working directly with senior leadership (Sr. Director, VP+) to design and execute leadership development, succession planning, and executive readiness programs.
• Excellent consultative skills with the ability to influence without direct authority, push back constructively, and act as a trusted coach to senior leaders and HR Business Partners.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and storytelling skills that engage diverse audiences and drive clarity in complex environments.

Location

This role will be remote, but is not eligible to be hired in CA, CT, NJ, NY, PA, WA.

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.

Compensation

The estimated pay ranges for this role are as follows:

• Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C. : $155,520.00-$194,400.00
• 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.

Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until June 16, 2026 but may change based on business needs.