Senior Staff Engineer, Communication & Connectivity

Airbnb

Remote

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Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$248,000–$310,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $195k
This role $279k
$128k most similar roles pay here $330k

This role pays more than 93% of similar roles. Most pay $154,175–$235,812 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $279k versus about $195k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Airbnb

Founded in 2008 and formerly known as AirBed & Breakfast, Inc., Airbnb is a global marketplace connecting travelers with hosts who offer unique accommodations, ranging from private rooms to entire homes. It operates a massive digital platform for booking stays, experiences, and travel services worldwide.

Airbnb currently has 82 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $204,000–$255,000 across 51 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Staff Engineer, Communication & Connectivity

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As a senior technical individual contributor in Airbnb’s Communication and Connectivity team within the Guests & Hosts organization, you will focus on backend architecture and AI technology application. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design and build scalable systems for guest-host communication and partner integration platforms. Your day-to-day involves envisioning innovative solutions, driving technical decisions that enhance business outcomes, performing code reviews, and mentoring other engineers. The role requires 12+ years of experience in fast-paced tech environments, expertise in full-stack product development at enterprise scale, and hands-on leadership in AI technology application. Strong communication skills are essential for working effectively across teams on complex initiatives.

Skills

Python Java JavaScript Node.js React Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD PostgreSQL MongoDB Redis GraphQL RESTful APIs AI Machine Learning Natural Language Processing Cloud Computing Scalability Microservices API Design Data Integration DevOps

What you'll do

  • Design and build scalable backend architecture for guest-host communication tools.
  • Develop AI-driven solutions to enhance partner integration platforms.
  • Lead technical direction and strategy for cross-functional project teams.
  • Collaborate with design and product marketing to create innovative features.
  • Mentor engineers through code reviews and provide technical guidance.

What we're looking for

  • 12+ years experience in fast-paced, high-growth tech environments.
  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field.
  • Proven track record of building and leading full-stack products at scale.
  • Expertise in applying modern AI technologies to product development.
  • Hands-on technical leadership with cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Strong experience in setting technical direction and strategy for projects.

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