Lead the scoping, technical requirements, architecture, and the implementation of new features and functionality.
Analyze data, build hypotheses, experiment, learn, and iterate to improve the Integrated Knowledge Management services.
Collaborate with cross-functional working groups (frontend/backend/ML engineers, design, product, and operations teams), in both North America and globally, to design and build end-to-end product solutions to improve Airbnb’s customer service experience.
Mentor other engineers in developing their technical, operational, and collaboration skills.
Advocate and participate in efforts to advance Airbnb’s engineering processes and technical foundations.
Requirements & Skills:
9+ years of backend software development experience.
4+ years of recent industry experience building search, retrieval, and ranking systems to power end-to-end Machine Learning powered products; recent industry experience building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems is a must.
Strong proficiency in at least one major backend programming language (e.g., Java, Kotlin, Scala, Python)
Proven track record of delivering backend solutions in a collaborative environment, from ideation and planning to implementation and launch.
Experience with architectural patterns of large-scale systems, including well-designed APIs, high-volume data pipelines, and efficient algorithms.
Demonstrated ability to make data-driven decisions, articulate technical trade-offs, and communicate effectively with cross-functional partners.
