Staff Software Engineer - Guest & Host

Airbnb

Remote, US
Base: $204,000 - $255,000 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Remote
9+ years software development experience
Backend systems in large-scale service-oriented architectures
Strategic planning for technical vision
Airbnb is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team focused on enhancing co-hosting tools within their platform. The ideal candidate should have over 9 years of experience in software development, particularly with backend systems, and is expected to lead technical projects while fostering collaboration across teams

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the development of major subsystems powering hosting services to make it easier for people to host together as a team.
  • Engineers at this level are responsible for establishing a technical vision that delivers flexible, available, efficient, and scalable solutions.
  • This position is US Remote Eligible but requires living in a state where Airbnb has a registered entity.

Matching Summary

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Airbnb is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team focused on enhancing co-hosting tools within their platform. The ideal candidate should have over 9 years of experience in software development, particularly with backend systems, and is expected to lead technical projects while fostering collaboration across teams.

Salary

Base: $204,000 - $255,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible; Benefits: Employee Travel Credits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 9+ years software development experience
  • Backend systems in large-scale service-oriented architectures
  • Strategic planning for technical vision
  • Leading engineers inside and outside immediate team
  • End-to-end mentality transcending team boundaries

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for efficiency and system quality
  • Strong understanding of backend UX expression
  • Mentoring other engineers in collaboration skills
  • Deep dive presentation to stakeholders
  • Collaboration with data science and platform teams

Key Requirements

  • 9+ years relevant software development industry experience
  • Expertise with backend systems in large-scale service-oriented architectures
  • Must live in a state where Airbnb has a registered entity

Work Rights

Must reside in a state where Airbnb has a registered entity

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