Senior Software Engineer, Network Infrastructure

Airbnb is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Network Infrastructure team within the Cloud Infrastructure organization. This role is crucial in designing, building, and operating the software and solutions that connect all Airbnb users and services globally. The position focuses on cloud native network stack technologies from Layer3 to Layer7, including traffic proxy, load balancer, service mesh, VPC/backbone, and cross-region connectivity.

As a team member, you'll work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to key infrastructure components that ensure global connectivity. You'll have the opportunity to influence major initiatives such as global traffic load balancing, disaster recovery, next-gen service mesh, and edge security. Airbnb's membership in the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) means you'll collaborate with open source communities and peer companies to solve cloud native engineering challenges at scale.

The role combines technical expertise in cloud infrastructure with the opportunity to impact millions of users worldwide. You'll be part of a mission-driven company that values innovation and is committed to creating a world where anyone can belong anywhere. The position offers competitive compensation, including a salary range of $191,000 - $223,000 USD, plus potential benefits and equity.

This remote-eligible position requires deep expertise in cloud networking, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. You'll be working with technologies like Kubernetes, Istio, and various cloud providers' networking services, making this an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about large-scale distributed systems and network infrastructure.