Full-Time

IOS Software Engineer

Users, Listings & Platform

Updated on 11/20/2024

Airbnb

Airbnb

10,001+ employees

Online marketplace for lodging and experiences

Real Estate
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$153k - $184.9kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity + Benefits + Employee Travel Credits

Junior, Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

United States

Remote eligible, but occasional in-office work required.

Category
IOS Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
GraphQL
iOS/Swift
REST APIs
Requirements
  • 2+ years’ experience developing iOS applications at scale with a high volume of users, preferably in Swift and SwiftUI
  • Extensive experience working with Swift, iOS Applications, GraphQL and REST APIs
  • Excellent engineering and coding skills. Solid understanding of client networking, performance, caching, client storage solutions, accessibility, and asynchronous programming
  • Love collaborating via code reviews and architecture discussions, and are motivated to improve their teammates’ productivity
  • You possess strong product sense and a passion for iOS UI and UX product development
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with Product Management, Design, and other iOS, Android, and Web Engineers
  • You’re passionate about continuous learning and innovation in the mobile industry
  • Sound engineering and coding skills. Understanding of basic data structures and asynchronous programming
  • [Bonus] Experience with animation libraries. Knowledge of animation within SwiftUI
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners such as Product Managers, Experience Designers and Engineers to design and deliver high-quality products on iOS
  • Identify areas of improvement and drive mobile best practices
  • Build efficient and reusable mobile components and architect reliable, performant, and scalable mobile solutions
  • Working closely with Android and Web engineers on the team to develop foundational, cross platform solutions

Airbnb operates an online marketplace that connects travelers with hosts offering lodging and unique tourism experiences. The platform allows hosts to list their properties, which can range from single rooms to entire homes, enabling guests to book accommodations that provide a more authentic local experience. Airbnb earns revenue through a commission system, taking a percentage of each booking made on its platform. With a presence in nearly every country, Airbnb has facilitated over 1.5 billion guest arrivals through its network of more than 5 million hosts. Additionally, the platform offers various local experiences organized by hosts, allowing guests to engage in activities that enhance their travel adventures.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$3.7B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

21%

1 year growth

47%

2 year growth

73%
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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