Senior Frontend Software Engineer, Messaging Platform

Airbnb connects guests with hosts offering unique stays and experiences across the globe, founded in 2007.
$185,000 - $223,000
Frontend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Travel

Description For Senior Frontend Software Engineer, Messaging Platform

Airbnb, the global leader in travel accommodation and experiences since 2007, is seeking a Senior Frontend Software Engineer for their Messaging Platform team. This role is crucial in building and maintaining Airbnb's messaging system that connects millions of hosts and guests worldwide.

As a frontend engineer on the Messaging team, you'll be at the forefront of developing innovative, performant, and accessible solutions that enhance communication between users. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like React, TypeScript, and GraphQL, while collaborating with talented engineers, designers, and product managers.

The role involves building next-generation messaging features, ensuring high-quality product delivery across desktop and mobile web platforms, and driving web development best practices. You'll be instrumental in designing and implementing new integrations across Airbnb's ecosystem.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced frontend engineers who are passionate about creating impactful user experiences at scale. The position offers competitive compensation ($185,000 - $223,000) and the flexibility of remote work within the US, with occasional office visits or offsites.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of web development experience, strong technical skills in modern JavaScript frameworks, and excellent collaboration abilities. You'll be joining a company committed to diversity and inclusion, working on products that facilitate meaningful connections worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Senior Frontend Software Engineer, Messaging Platform

  • Build the next-gen of Messaging used by millions of users
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to design and deliver high-quality products on Desktop and Moweb
  • Work closely with backend engineers and other web engineers on the team to develop and maintain messaging features
  • Design & build new integrations across other teams within Airbnb
  • Identify areas of improvement and drive web best practices

Requirements For Senior Frontend Software Engineer, Messaging Platform

JavaScript
TypeScript
React
  • 5+ years industry experience developing Web applications at scale
  • Experience with modern JavaScript/Typescript libraries and tooling (e.g. React, graphql)
  • Fluency in HTML, CSS, and related web technologies
  • Strong product sense and a passion for UX product development
  • Ability to collaborate with Product Management, Design, and backend, and other web engineers
  • Passion for continuous learning and staying ahead of web development trends
  • Excellent communication skills

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