Staff Software Engineer, Event Logging

Airbnb, a global hospitality platform connecting millions of hosts with guests worldwide, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Event Logging team. This role is crucial in managing Airbnb's logging infrastructure, which handles billions of events daily and ensures accurate capture, secure storage, and effective management of all digital interactions.

The Event Logging team plays a vital role in Airbnb's technical infrastructure, working at the intersection of data engineering and distributed systems. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead critical initiatives that shape how Airbnb processes and leverages event data at scale. You'll be responsible for designing next-generation logging systems, driving architectural decisions, and building robust infrastructure that powers data-driven decision-making across the organization.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on challenging problems at scale, collaborating with cross-functional partners across Product, Analytics, and AI/ML teams. You'll be instrumental in establishing logging standards, optimizing data ingestion and storage, and enabling seamless production and consumption of high-quality data for both real-time and analytical workflows.

The role requires deep technical expertise in backend programming languages and distributed systems, combined with strong leadership capabilities. You'll be expected to contribute to long-term strategies, mentor team members, and drive technical discussions across teams. The position offers competitive compensation ($204,000 - $255,000) and the flexibility of remote work within the US, with occasional office visits or offsites as needed.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who is passionate about building scalable data systems, values technical excellence, and wants to make a significant impact at a company that's revolutionizing the hospitality industry. Your work will directly influence how Airbnb leverages data to enhance user experiences and drive business growth.