Staff Software Engineer, Global Markets (Backend)

ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Software Engineer to lead the technical strategy and drive innovative initiatives for Airbnb's international guest experiences. As a key member of the Global Markets Tech team, you will own technical vision, lead complex cross-team execution, and drive engineering excellence. WHAT YOU'LL DO In this role, you will: - Own technical vision and lead effort to architect, prototype, build, and launch solutions for international markets initiatives - Lead complex, cross-team execution from design through launch, including team roadmap, technical direction, migration plans, rollout strategy, and long-term operability - Drive engineering excellence through reliability, performance, security, and cost efficiency - Influence roadmaps and collaborate with stakeholders across regions, such as driving alignment, resolving tradeoffs, and leading through ambiguity - Mentor engineers both within and outside of the team WHAT YOU'LL NEED To be successful in this role, you will require: - Fluency in English is required; Japanese or Korean working proficiency is a plus - 9+ years of professional software engineering experience, including Tech Lead responsibilities - Proven track record leading end-to-end delivery of high-impact, user-facing products - Demonstrated ability to set technical direction for a team or multi-team area - Strong product mindset, connecting technical decisions to customer outcomes and business impact - Expertise designing and operating systems that are highly available, scalable, secure, and cost-efficient - Strong experience working in cross-functional, global environments, driving alignment and results through influence across teams and time zones WHY REMOTE Airbnb is a global company with a presence in almost every country across the globe. As a member of the Global Markets Tech team, you will be working with international markets and collaborating with stakeholders across regions. This role requires strong communication and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a remote environment. BENEFITS Airbnb offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including [insert benefits, if applicable].