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Principal Product Development Engineer jobs are open across consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive, and industrial manufacturing, from senior engineer to principal and distinguished levels, with specializations in systems engineering, hardware development, and product lifecycle management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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.
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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.
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See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Principal, Product Learning & Development
About the job
Twilio is the world’s leading customer engagement platform empowering developers to build modern communication applications and experiences designed to be trusted, simple and smart. Twilio is looking for a Principal, Product Learning & Development to bring our AI first PDLC vision to life and build the capability our product organization needs to deliver it.
Reporting to the Director of Product Strategy & Operations, this role owns how our PMs get better at their craft, and how they learn to do that craft with AI. You'll build the competency model and curriculum that define "how we do product here," then go beyond curriculum by designing and shipping the internal tooling (prompt libraries, agents, PRD generators) that makes a PM measurably faster and sharper. You'll bring our AI first PDLC vision to life, partnering with product and engineering leaders to find where AI genuinely changes the work, and coaching the org through the change.
Responsibilities
We are looking for a leader who brings product, learning, and hands on AI expertise to help:
- Design and deliver the PM Academy, covering onboarding and ongoing curriculum across PRD writing, discovery, prioritization, roadmapping, and stakeholder influence, each taught with AI in the workflow.
- Design and help build and facilitate adoption of "PM in a box": ship internal AI tooling such as prompt libraries, agents, and PRD and research generators, as products with users, feedback loops, and adoption targets.
- Bring the AI first PDLC vision to life and execute against it, partnering with Product leaders to map current workflows and identify the AI and automation opportunities worth pursuing.
- Run cohort programs for new PMs and newly promoted PM managers, and design tailored programming for different parts of the organization rather than one generic track.
- Curate the internal playbooks, templates, and documentation that carry "how we do product here," and keep them current as practice changes.
- Facilitate workshops, office hours, and 1:1 coaching for PMs and PM leaders, building the credibility to coach senior people.
- Drive AI adoption across the PM org through a champion network that surfaces use cases from inside each team.
- Measure impact against baselines captured before rollout.
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 in Business, Computer Science, a related field or equivalent practical experience.
- 8+ years of experience across product management, consulting, program management, L&D or enablement
- Experience leading programs or product operations for B2B SaaS, PaaS or equivalent
- Outstanding written and verbal communication that drives executional impact at scale, distilling complex detail into an executive narrative, and explaining technical concepts to audiences without technical backgrounds.
- Strong facilitation, and the ability to build trust and exchange ideas across organizational boundaries in service of a broader goal.
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving, ambiguous environment, with a default to action in order to adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements.
Desired:
- Master’s in computer science or engineering or business administration
- Hands on experience building AI agents, automated workflows, and internal tooling.
- Experience leading change management in B2B SaaS
Location
This role will be remote and based in the USA.
Travel
We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 5-10% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way.
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.
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.
Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until March 1, 2027, 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. 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.
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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.
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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.
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.
.
See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Principal, Product Learning & Development
About the job
Twilio is the world’s leading customer engagement platform empowering developers to build modern communication applications and experiences designed to be trusted, simple and smart. Twilio is looking for a Principal, Product Learning & Development to bring our AI first PDLC vision to life and build the capability our product organization needs to deliver it.
Reporting to the Director of Product Strategy & Operations, this role owns how our PMs get better at their craft, and how they learn to do that craft with AI. You'll build the competency model and curriculum that define "how we do product here," then go beyond curriculum by designing and shipping the internal tooling (prompt libraries, agents, PRD generators) that makes a PM measurably faster and sharper. You'll bring our AI first PDLC vision to life, partnering with product and engineering leaders to find where AI genuinely changes the work, and coaching the org through the change.
Responsibilities
We are looking for a leader who brings product, learning, and hands on AI expertise to help:
- Design and deliver the PM Academy, covering onboarding and ongoing curriculum across PRD writing, discovery, prioritization, roadmapping, and stakeholder influence, each taught with AI in the workflow.
- Design and help build and facilitate adoption of "PM in a box": ship internal AI tooling such as prompt libraries, agents, and PRD and research generators, as products with users, feedback loops, and adoption targets.
- Bring the AI first PDLC vision to life and execute against it, partnering with Product leaders to map current workflows and identify the AI and automation opportunities worth pursuing.
- Run cohort programs for new PMs and newly promoted PM managers, and design tailored programming for different parts of the organization rather than one generic track.
- Curate the internal playbooks, templates, and documentation that carry "how we do product here," and keep them current as practice changes.
- Facilitate workshops, office hours, and 1:1 coaching for PMs and PM leaders, building the credibility to coach senior people.
- Drive AI adoption across the PM org through a champion network that surfaces use cases from inside each team.
- Measure impact against baselines captured before rollout.
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 in Business, Computer Science, a related field or equivalent practical experience.
- 8+ years of experience across product management, consulting, program management, L&D or enablement
- Experience leading programs or product operations for B2B SaaS, PaaS or equivalent
- Outstanding written and verbal communication that drives executional impact at scale, distilling complex detail into an executive narrative, and explaining technical concepts to audiences without technical backgrounds.
- Strong facilitation, and the ability to build trust and exchange ideas across organizational boundaries in service of a broader goal.
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, evolving, ambiguous environment, with a default to action in order to adapt quickly to changing priorities and requirements.
Desired:
- Master’s in computer science or engineering or business administration
- Hands on experience building AI agents, automated workflows, and internal tooling.
- Experience leading change management in B2B SaaS
Location
This role will be remote and based in the USA.
Travel
We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 5-10% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way.
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.
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.
Applications for this role are intended to be accepted until March 1, 2027, 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. 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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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal product development engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering
- Ten or more years of product development experience with at least three years at a lead or principal level
- Demonstrated ownership of full product lifecycle from concept through production release
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or NX alongside PLM systems
- Experience with design controls, DFMEA, DVP&R, and design verification and validation
- Familiarity with ISO, IEC, or FDA regulatory frameworks relevant to the product domain
Tips for Your Principal Product Development Engineer Job Search
Align your resume to stage gates
Principal-level listings almost always call out experience owning phase-gate or stage-gate processes. If you've led milestone reviews, written design history files, or signed off on design freezes, name those explicitly on your resume rather than burying them in project summaries.
Show cross-functional ownership, not just delivery
Hiring teams at this level want engineers who've driven alignment across manufacturing, regulatory, and commercial teams. Your resume should make clear when you held the pen on a product specification or resolved a conflict between engineering and operations, not just contributed to one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists principal product development engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your domain
Principal roles in medical devices require FDA design controls and ISO 13485 fluency, while consumer electronics postings emphasize teardown cadence and BOM cost ownership. Filter openings by the domain that matches your compliance and toolchain background before you apply.
Prepare a system-level portfolio artifact
Interviewers at this level often ask you to walk through a complex product you owned end to end. Prepare a one-page architecture diagram or block schematic you can reference, since verbal descriptions alone rarely convey the scope of principal-level work.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
At the principal level, your offer conversation should cover reporting structure, resource authority, and whether the role owns a product line or supports one. Clarifying scope before you accept prevents misalignment about what 'principal' actually means at that company.
Principal Product Development Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most principal product development engineers?
The companies hiring the most principal product development engineers right now include Infor, AbbVie, and Intuit, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in medical device manufacturers, automotive OEMs, and consumer electronics companies scaling new product lines.
How many principal product development engineer jobs are remote?
About 71% of principal product development engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by domain. Software-integrated product roles and systems engineering positions tend to offer the most flexibility, while roles tied to lab work, prototype builds, or regulated manufacturing lines generally require on-site presence.
How do you become a principal product development engineer?
Most engineers reach the principal level by accumulating end-to-end product ownership across multiple programs, not just deep expertise in one discipline. You typically need to have led cross-functional teams through design freeze, managed external suppliers, and driven decisions on architecture trade-offs. Building a record of resolving ambiguous technical problems at the system level, rather than the component level, is what hiring teams look for when distinguishing principal candidates from senior engineers.
Can you get hired as a principal product development engineer with limited principal-level experience?
You can move into a principal role without an existing principal title if you can demonstrate that your work has already been operating at that scope. Candidates who have informally led programs, mentored engineers across teams, or owned a product specification without having the official title often clear the bar. Framing your experience around decisions you owned, rather than tasks you completed, is the most effective way to close that gap in interviews.
What does the principal product development engineer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter screen focused on domain background and product scope, followed by a technical phone interview covering systems thinking and design methodology. Final rounds usually include a panel with engineering directors and cross-functional partners, a deep-dive presentation on a product you owned end to end, and a conversation with a hiring manager about how you've influenced product strategy and resolved trade-offs across engineering, operations, and commercial stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to principal product development engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to principal product development engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your domain and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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