Staff Software Engineer, HotelTonight

HotelTonight, acquired by Airbnb in 2019, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team focused on building a next-generation Hospitality & Booking Platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to make an outsized impact while working within the larger Airbnb ecosystem.

The position involves working on critical backend systems for HotelTonight, a premier hotel-booking service that makes last-minute trips easy and fun. You'll be responsible for ensuring high availability and performance of APIs, scaling industry-changing products, implementing security solutions, and enhancing infrastructure. The tech stack includes Java, Ruby/Rails, AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kafka, MySQL, and Postgres.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and drive the long-term technical roadmap. The role requires extensive experience in backend engineering, particularly with Java or Ruby, and a proven track record of scaling high-traffic systems. You'll work in a remote-friendly environment while contributing to a platform that serves millions of travelers.

The position offers competitive compensation ($204,000 - $255,000), along with equity, benefits, and unique perks like Employee Travel Credits. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist who wants to combine the entrepreneurial spirit of HotelTonight with the resources and reach of Airbnb.

The ideal candidate will bring 9+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor others while driving technical excellence. You'll be joining a company that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging, with a mission to create authentic travel experiences worldwide.