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Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

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Airbnb

Airbnb

10,001+ employees

Global platform for holiday home rentals

Enterprise Software
Crypto & Web3
Financial Services
Real Estate
Defense
Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$204k - $254kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits + Employee Travel Credits

Expert

United States

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Data Science
Data Structures & Algorithms
Requirements
  • Proven Experience: A track record of 9+ years in the software development industry within a fast-paced tech environment.
  • Backend Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise and be hands-on in backend systems within large-scale service-oriented architectures.
  • Strategic Decision-Making: Proven ability to exercise sound judgment in making trade-offs to balance short-term business needs with long-term technical quality.
  • End-to-End Understanding: Experience with an end-to-end mentality, transcending team boundaries to find globally optimal solutions.
  • Effective Communication: Excellent communication skills with a history of collaborating effectively within and across engineering teams.
  • Quality Advocacy: Passionate about efficiency, availability, system quality, and user experience, demonstrated through prior projects.
  • Architectural Excellence: Experience in architectural patterns of high-scale distributed products/services, such as well-designed APIs, data pipelines, and efficient algorithms.
  • Collaborative Background: A track record of successfully working collaboratively in cross-functional teams with design, product, and data science partners.
Responsibilities
  • Creating and refining product features, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, identifying patterns for streamlined development, and presenting technical and product insights to stakeholders.
  • Shape our technical systems’ future state by aligning high-level product goals with a deep understanding of existing systems, guiding strategic technical and product decisions for both short and long terms.
  • Lead engineers across teams in crafting technical solutions, engaging in the development of product and UX requirements, and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
  • Collaborate with various teams—product, engineering, data science, and data engineering—to contribute to the development of efficient solutions and uphold technical quality.

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