Job Description
Who you are This role is designed for recent graduates (Bachelor's or Master's) with less than 1 year of full-time professional experience who are ready to grow fast and make an impact Strong foundation in Computer Science fundamentals — data structures, algorithms, design patterns, and systems thinking Proficiency in one or more of: Java, Scala, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, C++, SQL, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Objective-C, Swift (iOS), or Kotlin (Android) Foundational awareness of AI/ML concepts — such as supervised learning, model evaluation, or working with APIs backed by large language models (LLMs) — gained through coursework, personal projects, or internships Familiarity with Python and common AI/ML libraries (e.g., NumPy, scikit-learn, or PyTorch) is a plus, as is experience integrating cloud-based AI services or LLM APIs An understanding of responsible AI principles — including fairness, privacy, and safety — and a curiosity about how these apply to real-world product development Bonus points for leadership experience, community involvement, or teaching/mentoring — we love engineers who invest in others What the job involves As a Software Engineer (New Grad) at Airbnb, you’ll play a vital role in building, supporting, and refining the products and systems that make Airbnb’s mission possible Your work will directly contribute to high-quality, reliable experiences for our global community—whether you’re fixing bugs, launching well-defined features, or enhancing existing components You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to AI-powered features, applying foundational knowledge of machine learning concepts and modern AI tools to build smarter, more personalized experiences for our hosts and guests By clearly communicating challenges and collaborating with teammates across functions, you’ll help drive projects forward with transparency and trust You’ll foster a sense of belonging by actively seeking feedback, sharing your own learnings, and supporting the onboarding of new team members You’ll help uphold Airbnb’s commitment to excellence by following best practices, delivering tasks autonomously, and continually improving your technical skills. Your curiosity, empathy, and commitment to candid communication will empower you to make a meaningful impact—on projects, teammates, and Airbnb’s inclusive culture Attend team syncs to discuss priorities, share progress, and surface any blockers with transparency Dive into coding—fixing bugs, developing features, or refining APIs and components—while applying best practices for code quality, error handling, and testability. Leverage AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code or similar) to accelerate your workflow and improve code quality Participate in design or code reviews, ask clarifying questions, and apply feedback to improve your work. Work closely with cross-functional partners like product managers and designers to ensure your tasks align clearly with broader goals Dedicate time to expanding your technical knowledge through documentation, mentorship, or internal knowledge-sharing sessions. This includes staying current on AI/ML developments relevant to your team's domain — whether that's recommendation systems, natural language understanding, or AI safety practices. Seek guidance from managers or tech leads when tackling unfamiliar problems Contribute to team activities, such as onboarding new hires (e.g., being an onboarding buddy), sharing observations from the hiring process, or joining in cultural events focused on diversity, inclusion, and innovation Share updates on your progress and next steps, highlighting challenges or learnings Benefits Paid volunteer time Health food and snacks Generous parental and family leave Learning and development Annual travel and experiences credit