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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Orchestration and Segmentation

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Airbnb

Airbnb

10,001+ employees

Global platform for holiday home rentals

Consumer Goods
Entertainment
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$185k - $223kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits + Employee Travel Credits

Senior, Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA

Occasional in-office work required; must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity.

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Airflow
Apache Spark
SQL
Java
Apache Hive
SCRUM
Product Design
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of industry experience with a BS/Masters or 2+ years with a PhD
  • Proficiency in Java (and/or Kotlin)
  • Experience with working on large data sets and distributed computing technologies such as Apache Hive, Apache Spark, and Apache Airflow. Proficiency in using these platforms for developing scalable data processing and workflow orchestration solutions is essential.
  • Expertise in database technologies, particularly with distributed SQL databases.
  • Experience with setting up, managing, and optimizing these databases for high-performance applications is critical.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team and across engineering teams.
  • Strong problem solver and have solid production debugging skills.
  • Passionate about efficiency, availability, reliability and system quality.
Responsibilities
  • Build large scale distributed systems to deliver highly personalized and relevant content and notifications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners such as Product, Design and Engineers to deliver high-quality products.
  • Work closely with other teams within Airbnb to understand their segmentation needs.
  • Participate in team wide SCRUM meetings to track progress.
  • Participate in resolving technical debt, code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical documentation.
  • Participate in various employee resource group events and social events at Airbnb.

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

7%

1 year growth

28%

2 year growth

58%
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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