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Senior Software Engineer, Payments Transaction Risk
BackendRemote — San Francisco, CA
Published on 2026-10-13
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About this role
Airbnb is looking for a Senior Software Engineer in the Payments Risk Engineering team to design and build systems that detect and mitigate risk across the payments platform. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance risk services and ensure safety for users.
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 Risk Engineering team
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JavaKotlinPythonReact
What you'll do
- Design scalable systems for risk detection and mitigation
- Collaborate with data scientists and product teams
- Integrate with third-party vendors and payment networks
- Monitor and improve risk system quality
What we're looking for
- 5+ years of experience as a backend software engineer
- Proficient in at least one major programming language
- Experience with architectural patterns of high-scale web applications
- Rigor in high code quality and automated testing
Nice to have
- Experience in fraud detection
- Familiarity with machine learning techniques