Staff Software Engineer, KV Stores & Caching

Airbnb, the global leader in connecting travelers with unique accommodations since 2007, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their KV Stores & Caching team within the Online Data organization. This role is at the heart of Airbnb's technical infrastructure, managing critical storage systems that power the platform's core functionalities.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly affect Airbnb's infrastructure reliability and performance. You'll be responsible for maintaining and improving a highly available, distributed K/V store that handles millions of queries per second, supporting crucial functions like user profiling, search, ML, and pricing systems.

Key technical challenges include implementing advanced caching solutions, optimizing system performance, and executing zero-downtime migrations for critical data platforms. The role requires deep expertise in distributed systems, with hands-on experience in building and maintaining high-scale, business-critical software.

The ideal candidate will bring 9+ years of industry experience and excel in both technical execution and team leadership. You'll work in a remote-friendly environment, collaborating with teams across the organization to solve complex technical challenges. The position offers competitive compensation ($204,000 - $259,000) and benefits, including Employee Travel Credits.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior technologist who wants to make a significant impact at a company that has revolutionized the travel industry. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies like Redis, MySQL, and Kafka, while helping to shape the future of Airbnb's technical infrastructure.

The role combines technical depth with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can both architect solutions and mentor others. If you're passionate about distributed systems, have a track record of building reliable, scalable solutions, and want to be part of a company that values innovation and inclusion, this position offers an exciting next step in your career.