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Full-Time

Software Engineer

Tax Experience

Posted on 6/11/2024

Airbnb

Airbnb

10,001+ employees

Global platform for holiday home rentals

Real Estate
Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$153k - $184.9kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Employee Travel Credits

Mid

Remote in USA

Must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity. Excluded states may apply. Check with recruiter for eligibility.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Rust
Python
Java
Scala
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in CS or equivalent
  • 3+ years industry experience
  • Experience in Java, Kotlin, Scala, Python, Go, Rust, C/C++/C#
  • Exposure to architectural patterns of high-scale web applications
  • Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams
Responsibilities
  • Build microservices and APIs for platform integrations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build interfaces and systems
  • Build platforms infrastructure, applications, and tools
  • Work on scaling distributed applications in a highly-available environment

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

12%

1 year growth

34%

2 year growth

65%
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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.

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Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Paid volunteer time

Healthy food and snacks

Generous parental and family leave

Learning and development

Annual travel and experiences credit

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