Airbnb is looking for a Fullstack Engineer to join the Client Products & Emerging Technology (CP&ET) team. You will be responsible for building foundational frameworks and innovative, app-wide features used by millions of guests and hosts. This role involves collaboration across a cross-functional, distributed environment to deliver impactful solutions.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate closely with engineers across platforms—including frontend, backend, native (iOS/Android), and infrastructure—to build cohesive solutions.
- Work in partnership with cross-functional teams, including Design, Product, and Data Science, to define and deliver impactful outcomes.
- Propose and implement robust architectural patterns for high-scale web applications and backend services, focusing on well-designed APIs, efficient data pipelines, and performant algorithms.
- Develop scalable, high-quality foundational frameworks as well as innovative product features used by millions of guests and hosts.
- Evaluate technical solutions, contribute to product and framework design discussions, and help shape new features from concept to launch.
- Drive alignment, manage technical projects, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Write unit and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and uphold high engineering standards across the team.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a focus on building both frontend and backend systems.
- Advanced proficiency in modern frontend technologies—including HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, frameworks like React or Angular, and frontend architecture (build tools, reusable components).
- Deep expertise in one or more backend/server languages (e.g., Java, Kotlin, C++) and proven experience designing and scaling high-quality, high-traffic backend services.
- Passion for building and evolving foundational frameworks that solve key engineering needs and support the wider team.
- Proven track record of delivering impactful products end-to-end, with a dedication to creating interactive, high-quality, and delightful user experiences.
- Self-driven and excited to tackle large, open-ended projects and drive meaningful business impact in a collaborative environment.
- Solid foundation in unit, integration, and end-to-end testing practices.
- Fluent in both Chinese and English.
Technical Stack
- Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular
- Backend: Java, Kotlin, C++
Team & Environment
You will be a member of the global, cross-functional Client Products & Emerging Technology (CP&ET) team, distributed across the US and China.
Work Mode
This position is based locally in China.
Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
