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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Data Warehouse Compute

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Airbnb

Airbnb

10,001+ employees

Global platform for holiday home rentals

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Financial Services
Real Estate
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Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$204k - $259kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits + Employee Travel Credits

Expert

United States

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
NoSQL
Apache Spark
SQL
Java
AWS
Scala
Apache Hive
Hadoop
Yarn
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience working with data infrastructure, with a focus on big data technologies.
  • Proficiency in big data technologies such as Hadoop, Yarn, Spark, Presto/ Trino, Hive, and AWS EMR.
  • Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Scala.
  • Extensive experience in designing, building, and maintaining scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems.
  • Demonstrated expertise in multi-threading and concurrency programming.
  • Familiar with database systems, both SQL and NoSQL.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with other teams to define system requirements, identify potential solutions, and test and integrate systems.
  • Capacity to troubleshoot and resolve complex data infrastructure problems.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Design and build the next generation big data compute platform to empower data ETL, analytics and machine learning at Airbnb.
  • Operate, manage and improve the reliability, performance, observability and cost efficiency of the platform.
  • Write maintainable and self-documenting code, perform code reviews.
  • Work on, and contribute to open source software, and have industry impact.

Airbnb offers a platform for holiday homes and condo rentals, connecting hosts and guests globally through a user-friendly website and app interface. The platform utilizes advanced web and app technologies to facilitate unique stays and experiences for users.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$10B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

30%

2 year growth

60%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Airbnb's continuous innovation and strategic partnerships, such as with Allegion, enhance its platform's security and user experience.
  • The company's high-profile involvement in events like the Paris Olympics and AI Innovation Awards boosts its brand visibility and market influence.
  • Significant investments, like the $515,000 from Revolve Wealth Partners LLC, indicate strong investor confidence and financial stability.

What critics are saying

  • Regulatory challenges, such as Barcelona's ban on short-term rentals, could significantly impact Airbnb's market presence in key cities.
  • High turnover in executive roles, as seen with former executives joining Skipify, may lead to strategic misalignments and operational disruptions.

What makes Airbnb unique

  • Airbnb's unique and diverse property listings, such as the 'Most Unique BNB in Louisiana,' set it apart from traditional hotel accommodations.
  • The company's strategic partnerships, like the smart lock integration with Allegion, enhance the user experience and security, distinguishing it from other short-term rental platforms.
  • Airbnb's involvement in high-profile events like the Paris Olympics and AI Innovation Awards highlights its commitment to innovation and market presence.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Paid volunteer time

Healthy food and snacks

Generous parental and family leave

Learning and development

Annual travel and experiences credit