Staff Software Engineer, Tax Platform

Airbnb, a pioneering platform in the hospitality industry that has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals globally, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Global Tax Engineering team. This role presents a unique opportunity to tackle complex challenges in global taxation while working on systems that directly impact Airbnb's worldwide operations.

The position involves building and maintaining an extensible tax quotation platform crucial for Airbnb's global expansion and compliance. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for enhancing the accuracy, latency, and reliability of customer-facing tax quotation systems, working with cutting-edge technologies including Java, Kotlin, and distributed systems.

The role offers an inclusive and supportive work environment that promotes sustainable engineering practices and healthy team dynamics. You'll have the opportunity to work on greenfield projects within a fast-growing team, while collaborating with various departments including product, data science, and platform teams. The position offers competitive compensation ($204,000 - $280,000) plus equity, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer with 9+ years of industry experience who excels in building scalable distributed systems and enjoys mentoring others. The role is remote-eligible within the US (with some exceptions), offering flexibility while maintaining connection with Airbnb's innovative culture. You'll be at the forefront of solving unique technical challenges while ensuring Airbnb's tax systems operate efficiently across numerous global jurisdictions.

The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in high-scale web applications, system reliability, and performance optimization. You'll have the chance to make a significant impact on Airbnb's global infrastructure while working with a talented team dedicated to engineering excellence.