Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Join Airbnb's Location team and build the next-generation map search experience used by millions of guests. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to design, prototype, and deliver high-quality products. Maintain a high-quality codebase and identify areas for improvement. This remote-eligible position requires 5-9+ years of industry experience with expertise in backend server languages (Java, Kotlin preferred) and popular storage systems. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. Occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites may be required.

Requirements

• 5-9+ years of industry experience with a BS/Masters and 2+ years with a PhD, preferably in CS, or equivalent experience
• Expertise with one or more backend server languages (Java, Kotlin preferred)
• Expertise in popular storage systems such as relational databases, noSQL and caching
• Experience working with a SOA (Service Oriented Architecture) at scale
• Experience working with GraphQL and REST APIs

Responsibilities

• Build the next-gen map search experience used by millions of guests
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners such as Product Managers, Experience Designers and other Engineers to design, prototype, and deliver high-quality guest-facing products on Desktop and Moweb
• Identify areas of improvement and drive web best practices, as well as maintain a high quality bar in our codebase

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with 3rd-party SDK integration
• Prior experience and/or interest in front-end technologies

Benefits

• Bonus
• Equity
• Benefits
• Employee Travel Credits