Senior Staff Software Engineer, Hotels

Airbnb is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their Hotels organization, which includes HotelTonight. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, startup-like environment within a global company. The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both strategic thinking and practical implementation skills.

The role involves working closely with senior leadership to shape the technical future of Airbnb's hotel products, while maintaining a focus on simplicity and user experience. You'll be responsible for architecting and implementing solutions that scale across the organization, working with cross-functional teams including Product Managers, Experience Designers, and Engineers.

As a Senior Staff Engineer, you'll lead efforts to design and launch reliable, performant systems that power the hotel booking experience. Your responsibilities will span from high-level technical strategy to hands-on coding and mentorship. The position requires a deep understanding of both technical systems and business outcomes, allowing you to make informed decisions that balance immediate needs with long-term goals.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years of experience in high-growth tech environments, with a proven track record of building enterprise-scale systems. Strong expertise in languages like Java and Python is essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This remote position offers competitive compensation ($244,000 - $305,000), along with benefits including equity, bonuses, and employee travel credits.

This role presents an unique opportunity to shape the future of hotel bookings at Airbnb, working with a team that values entrepreneurial spirit and technical excellence. You'll be part of an organization that's transforming how people discover and book hotels, while maintaining the authentic, community-driven approach that Airbnb is known for.