Staff Software Engineer, Tax Platform

Airbnb is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Global Tax Engineering team, focusing on building and enhancing their tax quotation platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in distributed systems and high-scale applications. The position involves building microservices and APIs that power Airbnb's global tax compliance systems, working with cutting-edge technologies and architectures.

The role offers an opportunity to work on strategic, multi-year platform initiatives that directly impact Airbnb's global operations. You'll be part of a team that solves complex taxation challenges across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with product, engineering, and data science teams. The position requires strong technical skills in Java, Kotlin, and distributed systems, combined with the ability to mentor others and drive engineering excellence.

Working in an inclusive and supportive environment, you'll have opportunities for career growth through internal mobility and leadership development. The role offers competitive compensation ($204,000 - $255,000), equity, and benefits including Employee Travel Credits. This is a remote position within the US, with occasional office visits or offsites as needed.

The ideal candidate will bring 9+ years of industry experience, strong system design skills, and a passion for building reliable, scalable solutions. You'll be instrumental in developing an extensible tax platform that supports Airbnb's continued global expansion while ensuring compliance across different jurisdictions.