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Posted Sep 10, 2025

Staff Backend Engineer, Viaduct

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Introduction to Airbnb and the Viaduct Team

Airbnb, a pioneer in the sharing economy, has been revolutionizing the way people travel and experience new destinations since its inception in 2007. With over 4 million Hosts and more than 1 billion guest arrivals worldwide, Airbnb has become a household name. Our mission is to create a world where anyone can belong anywhere, and we're committed to making that vision a reality. The Viaduct team, a crucial part of our engineering organization, is responsible for developing and maintaining a unified data access layer and platform that connects almost all of Airbnb's online data. As a Staff Backend Engineer on the Viaduct team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our platform and enabling our Hosts and Guests to have a seamless and enjoyable experience.

About the Role

We're seeking an exceptional Staff Backend Engineer to join our Viaduct team and contribute to the development of our next-generation data access layer. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects that will drive significant improvements to our platform's performance, scalability, and reliability. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product engineers, infrastructure teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that our platform meets the evolving needs of our users. If you're passionate about building scalable, efficient, and reliable systems, and you're excited about the opportunity to work on a critical component of our platform, we encourage you to apply for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

What We Offer

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary range of $204,000-$259,000 USD, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible, and we believe that diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement. We strive to provide a disability-inclusive application and interview process, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at [email protected].

How to Apply

If you're excited about the opportunity to join our team and contribute to the development of our next-generation data access layer, please click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application. We can't wait to hear from you!

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Conclusion

As a Staff Backend Engineer on the Viaduct team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects that will drive significant improvements to our platform's performance, scalability, and reliability. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and you will have the chance to develop your skills and expertise in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. If you're passionate about building scalable, efficient, and reliable systems, and you're excited about the opportunity to work on a critical component of our platform, we encourage you to apply for this role. Join our team and help us create a world where anyone can belong anywhere.

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