Engineering Manager, Messaging Platform

Airbnb, a global leader in travel and hospitality connecting millions of hosts and guests worldwide, is seeking an Engineering Manager for their Messaging Platform team. This role sits at the heart of Airbnb's communication infrastructure, leading the development of their second most used surface.

The position offers an opportunity to lead a team of senior engineers working on mission-critical messaging systems that enable essential functionalities across booking, customer support, and cohosting. As an Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for shaping both technical and product visions while ensuring their successful implementation.

The role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring expertise in large-scale backend systems and messaging platforms. You'll work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineering leaders to drive innovation and improvement in Airbnb's messaging capabilities.

The ideal candidate brings 9+ years of software development experience, including 3-5 years of engineering management. You'll need to demonstrate strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster an inclusive team environment. The position offers competitive compensation ($204,000 - $259,000) and the flexibility of remote work within the US.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact at a company that has revolutionized the travel industry, working on systems that facilitate millions of host-guest connections daily. The role combines technical challenges with the opportunity to shape the future of digital communication in the travel space.