Staff Software Engineer, HotelTonight

HotelTonight, acquired by Airbnb in 2019, is revolutionizing the hotel booking experience with their focus on last-minute trips and exceptional deals. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll join a dynamic team working on a next-generation Hospitality & Booking Platform that serves both guests and hotel partners.

The role offers a unique opportunity to have significant impact within a startup-like environment, all while being part of the larger Airbnb ecosystem. You'll be working with a modern tech stack including Java, Ruby/Rails, AWS, Terraform, Docker, Kafka, MySQL, and Postgres, focusing on critical backend systems and infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will span from owning guest & hotel partner facing features to ensuring high system availability and scalability. You'll drive the technical roadmap, lead engineering projects from ideation to rollout, and mentor other engineers. The position requires expertise in backend engineering, with 9+ years of experience in Java or Ruby, and a strong background in scaling high-traffic production systems.

The role is remote-eligible within the United States, offering a competitive salary range of $204,000 - $260,000 USD, with additional benefits including bonus, equity, and Employee Travel Credits. You'll be part of Airbnb's commitment to working with diverse talent and fostering an inclusive environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technical leader who wants to make a significant impact in the travel and hospitality industry while working with cutting-edge technology and a talented team. You'll be at the forefront of innovation in hotel booking technology, helping to shape the future of how people experience travel.