196K–227K USD / year
Senior Software Engineer, Payments Platform
BackendRemote — United States
Published on 2026-10-12
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About this role
The role involves designing and building reliable, scalable backend systems for Airbnb's Payments Platform. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features from ideation to implementation, along with ensuring high code quality and system reliability.
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
Payments Platform Engineering team
Stack
JavaKotlinmicroservicesReact
What you'll do
- Design and build service-oriented backend systems
- Collaborate with product managers and data scientists
- Implement features from planning to A/B testing
- Set up monitoring and alerting systems
- Write and review high-quality code
What we're looking for
- 5+ years of backend software engineering experience
- Proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin
- Familiarity with microservices architecture
- Experience with high-scale web applications
- Strong communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience in Payments or Fintech
- Familiarity with A/B testing
- Experience in cross-functional team collaboration
Benefits
- Bonus eligibility
- Equity options
- Employee Travel Credits