Senior Software Engineer, Compute Infrastructure

Airbnb is a global hospitality platform founded in 2007, connecting hosts offering unique stays with guests worldwide.
$191,000 - $223,000
Cloud
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
4+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Software Engineer, Compute Infrastructure

Airbnb, a pioneering force in the global hospitality industry since 2007, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Cloud Infrastructure team. This role is central to developing and maintaining the foundational platforms that power Airbnb's worldwide operations.

As a member of the Cloud Infrastructure team, you'll be at the forefront of cloud-native technology, working with cutting-edge tools and systems. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact Airbnb's technological foundation, supporting a platform that has facilitated over 2 billion guest arrivals across the globe.

Your responsibilities will encompass developing and operating crucial infrastructure components, including developer APIs, CLIs, Kubernetes infrastructure, and cloud automation tools. The role demands expertise in public cloud technologies, containerization, and distributed systems, with a focus on delivering highly available and scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of software engineering experience, strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure, and profound knowledge of containerization technologies. You'll be working in a collaborative environment, contributing to Airbnb's cloud-native engineering initiatives and participating in industry discussions through the Cloud Native Compute Foundation's end user community.

This remote position offers competitive compensation ($191,000 - $223,000) and the opportunity to work with a diverse team of talented engineers. You'll be instrumental in building the infrastructure that will support Airbnb's growth and innovation for the next decade, making a significant impact on a platform that helps millions of people belong anywhere.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, Compute Infrastructure

  • Innovate and build cutting-edge cloud-native infrastructure using public cloud technologies
  • Deliver secure, efficient, mature, and highly available frameworks and platforms
  • Optimize and enhance existing systems and services for performance and operational efficiency
  • Improve system availability using distributed systems best practices
  • Collaborate with infrastructure engineers to establish foundation for Airbnb's technological growth

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, Compute Infrastructure

Kubernetes
  • 4+ years of professional experience in software engineering
  • Experience in developing and operating large-scale technical projects
  • Expertise with public cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure) and IaaS offerings
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker and Kubernetes)
  • Full-cycle developer mentality with strong ownership
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and production debugging skills
  • Passion for efficiency, availability, reliability, and system quality

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