Engineering Manager, Media Foundation: Ingestion & Serving Team

Details

Airbnb is building next-gen Media infrastructure that powers immersive experiences across the platform. As Engineering Manager on the Media Ingestion & Serving team you will lead a team of software engineers to build and operate Airbnb’s Media infrastructure, shape team vision, drive technical quality and operational excellence, and partner with product and infrastructure organizations to deliver scalable, reliable media capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute an end-to-end vision and roadmap for Airbnb’s Media Foundation in collaboration with team leads and cross-functional partners.
• Drive technical quality across design, code review, and production, and maintain a culture of operational excellence.
• Operate and improve media ingestion and serving systems to be flexible, always available, efficient, and scalable.
• Build strong partnerships across product, infrastructure engineering, marketing, and operations; communicate a clear and impactful vision and priorities.
• Mentor and empower senior ICs to grow their impact beyond individual contributions and lead cross-platform technical initiatives.
• Participate in day-to-day operations, technical deep dives, community engagement, and strategic planning.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of engineering management experience.
• 9+ years of relevant software development experience in a fast-paced technology environment.
• Strong expertise in building large-scale backend systems and experience building & maintaining media infrastructure (ingestion and serving).
• Demonstrated focus on efficiency, availability, reliability, and system quality.
• Strong communication skills and experience working cross-functionally with engineering, product, and design teams.
• Flexible leadership style adaptable to different ways of working.
• Experience creating and maintaining a culture of operational excellence and raising the bar for quality and reliability.
• Ability to identify, retain, grow, and acquire critical talent.

Location & Work Policy

• This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed with your manager.
• Candidates must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity (some states are excluded).

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $204,000 — $255,000 USD (subject to factors such as training, transferable skills, and experience).
• This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Inclusion & Accommodations

• Airbnb is committed to inclusion and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.
• If you need reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process due to a disability, contact: [email protected] (include your full name, the role, and required accommodation).