Airbnb

Software Engineer, Trust

Airbnb$162K — $186K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in building scalable systems
  • MS or PhD in relevant fields
  • Proficiency in Ruby/Ruby on Rails, Java, JavaScript, Python, or Scala
  • Skilled in writing high performance production quality code
  • Familiarity with architectural patterns of high-scale web applications
  • Experience in cross-functional teamwork with design and product teams
  • Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain backend systems to detect and mitigate fraud
  • Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to enhance fraud prevention approaches
  • Create tools and automation for operational effectiveness
  • Design user challenges aimed at distinguishing genuine listings from fraudulent ones
  • Improve fraud detection processes and reduce the impact on good users

Benefits

  • Remote eligible position with occasional office attendance
  • Potential for company bonus and equity options
  • Access to Employee Travel Credits
  • Comprehensive benefits package
Full Job Description
The Community You Will Join:

Imagine getting off a long international flight, standing in the freezing rain, attempting to contact your Airbnb host, only to realize that they are not responding because the Airbnb that you booked was not real. The Listing Integrity team's ultimate goal is to prevent experiences like this by proactively detecting and removing fraudulent listings (Homes, Experiences, and Services) so that guests can search and book on Airbnb with confidence. The team uses data driven heuristics, machine learning models, and customer service operations in order to accomplish this goal.

The Difference You Will Make:

As a Software Engineer on the Listing Integrity team, you will be working with data scientists, designers, product managers, and customer service operations to innovate new ways we can stop bad actors in the ever evolving fraudulent listing creation and financial losses associated with it by collaborating across team boundaries.

On this team, you must have the curiosity to dig deep into various end to end systems in order to understand how and where the fraud occurs. Your curiosity will be rewarded with finding projects that have outsized impacts on decreasing fraud losses and protecting Airbnb users from bad experiences while on vacation.

A Typical Day:
  • Work with large scale back end systems to detect fraudsters, using rules and connecting to productionalized machine learning models.
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional partners including machine learning engineers, product managers, operations and data scientists, identify opportunities for business impact, understand, refine, and prioritize requirements for fraud detection and mitigation.
  • Building out tooling and automation for operations to more effectively reduce fraud.
  • Building user challenges to prevent fraudulent listings while reducing good user impact.
  • Examples include: location verification user challenges, automating fraud investigation, improving operations tooling, building data pipelines for machine learning, and reducing fraud at scale.


Your Expertise:
  • 3+ years of industry experience on building systems at scale, inclusive MS or PhD in relevant fields
  • Passion for building user-facing products or large backend systems.
  • Experience in any of the following: Ruby/Ruby on Rails, Java, JavaScript, Python, Scala
  • Ability to write high performance production quality code
  • Exposure to architectural patterns of large, high-scale web applications, such as well-designed APIs, high volume data pipelines, and efficient algorithms.
  • Experience or desire to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams with design, product, data science, and research partners.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with non-technical stakeholders such as legal and operations.
  • Experience with the Trust and Risk domain is a plus.


Your Location:

This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. While the position is Remote Eligible, you must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity. Click here for the up-to-date list of excluded states. This list is continuously evolving, so please check back with us if the state you live in is on the exclusion list. If your position is employed by another Airbnb entity, your recruiter will inform you what states you are eligible to work from.

How We'll Take Care of You:

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Pay Range

$162,000-$186,000 USD

About Airbnb

Airbnb is an online community marketplace for people to list, discover, and book accommodations through mobile phones or the Internet. The company connects travelers seeking authentic experiences with hosts offering unique, inspiring spaces. Whether the available space is a castle for a night, a sailboat for a week, or an apartment for a month, Airbnb is the easiest way for people to showcase these distinctive spaces to an audience of millions. By facilitating bookings and financial transactions, Airbnb makes the process of listing or booking a space effortless and efficient. With 4,500,000 listings in over 65,000 cities in 191 countries, the company offers the widest variety of unique spaces for everyone at any price point around the globe.

Airbnb Careers

Join the vibrant team at Airbnb, the world’s leading community-driven hospitality company, where innovation, leadership, and diversity training are at the heart of our professional ethos. At Airbnb, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for growth, learning, and meaningful connections. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Airbnb’s dynamic team and contribute to reshaping the travel and hospitality landscape globally. Our commitment to innovation and cultural understanding sets us apart, allowing us to enhance the travel experience for millions of users worldwide. Lead with Innovation and Diversity At Airbnb, we believe in leading with innovation and embracing diversity. Our leadership is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Diversity training is integral to our operations, ensuring that we continue to be a leader in creating inclusive travel experiences. Explore Professional Growth and Development Airbnb offers a wealth of career advancement opportunities, supported by robust training programs and professional development courses. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position or an internship, Airbnb empowers you to excel and grow your career to new heights. Join Our Global Team Work alongside a global team of passionate, creative, and solution-driven professionals. At Airbnb, we value the skills and perspectives of our diverse team members, and we continuously strive to leverage this collective power to innovate and lead in the industry. Benefits and Culture Airbnb is dedicated to providing its employees with a supportive and empowering work environment. Our benefits package is designed to enhance your life both inside and outside of work. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, flexible working conditions, and unique perks that encourage a balance of work and life. Networking and Career Opportunities Expand your professional network within Airbnb through various networking events, mentorship programs, and collaborative projects. Our vibrant culture of connectivity opens doors to enriching career paths and professional relationships. Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the exciting job opportunities and internships available at Airbnb. We are actively hiring talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the world of travel. Visit our Careers Page Stay updated with the latest from Airbnb Careers by visiting our dedicated careers page. Discover new job openings, read about our company culture, and find tips for your resume and interview preparation. Join Airbnb and be part of a team that’s committed to redefining the future of travel through innovation, leadership, and a deep respect for diverse cultures and communities. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here.
Learn more about Airbnb
Size
5,000 employees
Market Cap
$52.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.5 billion
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+29.3%
Revenue
$3.3 billion
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