Greenhouse ·
full-timeEngineering Manager, Tech Foundations
Airbnb · Bangalore
Airbnb is a global platform connecting hosts and guests through unique stays and experiences. As an Engineering Manager for Tech Foundations, you will lead a high-performing team focused on building scalable, AI-driven infrastructure that supports the company’s supply growth and community engagement. Your daily responsibilities will involve defining the long-term technical vision, mentoring engineers, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. You will work closely with cross-functional partners, including product managers, data scientists, and design teams, to develop solutions for complex business challenges such as host retention, regulatory policy platforms, and insurance claim processing. This role requires managing the end-to-end software development lifecycle, ensuring operational reliability, and communicating project status to global leadership. The position is well-suited for an experienced engineering leader with a strong background in building large-scale, secure systems who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You will be expected to balance high-level strategic planning with hands-on team management to drive innovation and maintain the stability of critical platform services.
Education
- Level: Bachelor's degree
- Courses: Bachelor's
- Specializations: Computer Science
Experience required
10-10 years experienceAbout the Role Lead and grow a high‑performing engineering team building AI‑driven growth platforms for Airbnb’s supply expansion. Partner with product, data science, design, and business teams to define technical vision and roadmap. Responsibilities Define and execute technical strategy for trust and safety initiatives. Hire, mentor, and manage engineers. Collaborate cross‑functionally with product managers, data scientists, and partner teams. Oversee end‑to‑end project execution and ensure high‑quality delivery. Communicate status, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership. Champion reliability, scalability, and incident response best practices. Align India team initiatives with global trust and safety goals. Requirements 10+ years of industry experience with 2–5+ years in engineering management. Proven track record delivering large‑scale, secure, reliable systems. Strong leadership and people development skills. Eligibility Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
| Role | Engineering Manager, Tech Foundations |
|---|---|
| Company | Airbnb |
| Location | Bangalore |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-16 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
A general guide — the exact steps for this specific listing may vary; check the original posting for details.
- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4About Airbnb
Airbnb is a global platform that facilitates travel and accommodation by connecting guests with hosts. Since its inception in 2007, the company has grown from its first three guests to hosting 1.5 billion arrivals. The platform operates through a network of 5 million hosts who provide lodging options to travelers worldwide. Airbnb maintains a global creative community and emphasizes a flexible work environment for its employees, allowing them to live and work in various locations where regulations permit.
More at Airbnb
Other jobs at Airbnb
- Senior Counsel, Product Privacy · United States
- Systems Engineer, Tech Foundations (jira Cloud) · Bangalore
- Sr. Staff Experience Designer · London, United Kingdom
- Manager, Engineering, Dev AI · United States
- Senior Data Engineer, Payments · United States
Internships at Airbnb
- Strategic Finance & Analytics Intern (MBA) · United States
Explore Related Placements
// similar opportunities
You might also like
Systems Engineer, Tech Foundations (jira Cloud)
Airbnb
Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 b...
Engineering Manager, Product Foundations
Justworks
Who We Are At Justworks, you’ll enjoy a welcoming and casual environment, great benefits, wellness program offerings, company retreats, and the ability to inter...
Engineering Manager
Intel
No description available.
Engineering Manager
Intercom
Fin , now part of Salesforce, is on a mission to help businesses provide perfect customer experiences. Our AI Agent Fin is the highest-performing AI Customer Ag...
Senior Engineering Manager, AI Foundations
Coinbase
Ready to do the most impactful work of your career? At Coinbase , we are uncompromising on our mission to increase economic freedom. The bar is high, the enviro...
Engineering Manager - Subscriptions
Spotify
At Spotify, our Subscriptions organisation helps listeners discover the value of Spotify, find the right subscription, and keep enjoying the content they love. ...