Staff Software Engineer at Twitter (X) in Denver

Twitter (X) is hiring a Staff Software Engineer in Denver, Colorado, United States. This contract role focuses on devops where you will design and maintain cloud infrastructure using infrastructure as code (terraform, cloudformation).

About Twitter (X)

Twitter (X) is a real-time social networking platform where users post and engage with short messages known as posts, serving public conversation worldwide.

About the Role

As a Staff Software Engineer at Twitter (X), you will design and maintain cloud infrastructure using infrastructure as code (terraform, cloudformation) while contributing to the team's objectives and broader company goals.

Twitter (X) is based in Denver, Colorado, United States, and this role is expected to work from the office. This provides opportunities for face-to-face collaboration, mentorship, and team building. Specific work arrangements are discussed during the interview process.

About the Team

You will join a team of 11 professionals working on devops projects. The team collaborates with cross-functional partners to deliver projects on time and maintain high standards of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment
• Monitor system performance, reliability, and cost optimisation
• Manage container orchestration with Kubernetes and Docker
• Implement security best practices and compliance controls
• Respond to incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive improvements

Requirements

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure automation
• Proficiency in containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or Go)
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)
• Understanding of networking, security, and identity management
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions)

What We Offer

• $61,603 – $71,705 per year


• Health and wellness benefits


• Retirement savings plans


• Paid time off and holiday schedule


• Learning and development opportunities


• Flexible working arrangements


• Employee wellness programs


• Team building activities

Benefits vary by location, employment type, and individual circumstances. Review the full job posting for complete details.

Career Growth

Twitter (X) supports professional growth through mentorship, learning budgets, and defined career paths. Team members are encouraged to develop new skills and take on increasing responsibility over time.

Location

This position is based in Denver, Colorado, United States. Candidates should be based in or willing to relocate to the specified location. Our office provides a collaborative environment with modern amenities.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make an impact at Twitter (X), we encourage you to apply. Submit your application through the link below and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 5 business days.