Staff Software Engineer, Pricing & Availability

Airbnb, founded in 2007, has revolutionized the travel industry by connecting millions of hosts with guests worldwide. As a Staff Software Engineer in the Pricing & Availability team, you'll be at the heart of Airbnb's guest experience, working on critical features that impact the booking flow from Search to Checkout. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, focusing on building scalable, efficient systems that handle high QPS with low latency.

The position offers an opportunity to work with a team that values both technical excellence and cultural health. You'll be responsible for leading the development of major features, working closely with designers and product managers to shape the guest experience, and establishing technical vision that scales with business needs. The team emphasizes simplification of complex systems and maintains a supportive, honest culture where getting things done goes hand in hand with having fun.

Your impact will extend beyond immediate team boundaries, as you'll collaborate with various internal teams including Search, Checkout, Reservations, and more. The role requires strong technical expertise in backend systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to mentor others. You'll be working in a remote-friendly environment with occasional office visits, contributing to a platform that has facilitated over 1 billion guest arrivals globally.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers who are passionate about building large-scale systems, value user experience, and want to make a significant impact on how millions of people travel and experience new places. The role offers competitive compensation, including equity and benefits, reflecting Airbnb's commitment to attracting top talent.