Staff Software Engineer, Guest & Host

Airbnb, the pioneering travel marketplace platform founded in 2007, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Booking team. This role sits at the heart of Airbnb's core marketplace functionality, focusing on the critical booking systems that connect millions of hosts with billions of guests worldwide.

The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact projects within the Booking team, which is responsible for building the next generation of Airbnb's booking system. You'll be collaborating with various teams including Pricing, Payments, and Trust to enhance system efficiency, reliability, and user experience.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll lead the development and refinement of major subsystems powering Airbnb bookings, applying your expertise in distributed systems and business workflow systems. The role demands strong technical leadership, with responsibilities including mentoring team members, architecting solutions for complex technical challenges, and driving innovation in the booking ecosystem.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $204,000 to $260,000 USD, along with equity and employee travel credits. While the role is remote-based in the USA, you'll be part of a global company that has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals across the globe.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact on a platform that revolutionizes travel experiences while working with cutting-edge technology and talented cross-functional teams.