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Senior Software Engineer Guest & Host
BackendRemote — USA
Published on 2026-10-02
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About this role
The Senior Software Engineer will work on backend systems related to user identity and privacy within Airbnb's Guest & Host Technology team. The role involves designing services and APIs that enforce identity rules and participating in migrations from legacy systems. The engineer will define authorization logic and maintain system safety and correctness.
About the company
Airbnb is a global online marketplace that connects travelers with hosts offering unique accommodations and experiences in various destinations. The platform serves individuals seeking short-term lodging as well as hosts looking to monetize their properties.
The team
Guest & Host Technology
Stack
JavaKotlinmicroservicesAPI
What you'll do
- Design and build backend services and APIs for identity and privacy
- Contribute to large-scale migrations and tooling
- Define and evolve authorization logic
- Partner with various teams for privacy primitives
- Participate in design and code reviews
- Debug production issues with structured root-cause analysis
What we're looking for
- 6+ years of professional backend software engineering experience
- Strong fundamentals in service-oriented architecture and API design
- Proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin
- Experience with authorization concerns
- Track record of shipping migrations
- Strong written communication skills
- Comfort with ambiguity in technical design