Staff Software Engineer, Growth Platform
AirbnbUnited States
Posted September 19, 2025
204000 - 255000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Airbnb, founded in 2007, connects travelers with unique accommodations provided by local hosts worldwide. The platform offers a collaborative economy model that fosters authentic connections between guests and host communities, enabling a more immersive travel experience.
Job Description
Airbnb is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their growing community platform, which is designed to foster growth and engagement among hosts and guests. This role involves building AI-driven solutions, working with stakeholders across teams, and contributing to a long-term impact on the company. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Airbnb's growth engine.
Requirements
- 9+ years of relevant software development experience
- Strong proficiency in at least one major backend programming language (e.g., Java, Kotlin, Scala, Python) and experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
- Proven track record of delivering end-to-end products in a collaborative environment
- Experience with architectural patterns of large-scale web applications
- Demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions and communicate effectively
- Passion for creating intuitive user experiences and a keen interest in data systems
- Good judgment in making tradeoffs to balance short-term business needs with long-term technical quality
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team and cross-functional organizations
- Passionate about efficiency, availability, system quality, and user experience
- Passion about building AI-driven applications
- End-to-end mentality
Benefits
- Bonus
- Equity
- Benefits