Comprehensive Interview Preparation Guide: Airbnb AI Engineer - Entry Level
AI Engineer
Airbnb
entry
6 rounds
Updated 11/23/2025
Airbnb's AI Engineer interview process for entry-level candidates consists of 6 total rounds spanning approximately 3-5 weeks. The process evaluates technical depth in AI/ML fundamentals, coding proficiency, system design thinking, and cultural alignment. Candidates progress through a recruiter screening, technical phone screen, and a comprehensive on-site loop with 4 rounds covering coding algorithms, deep learning fundamentals, AI system design, and behavioral assessment. The company seeks engineers with strong problem-solving skills, hands-on AI implementation experience, and genuine alignment with Airbnb's mission and values.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
45 min5 focus topicsbehavioral|culture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
45 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
On-site Round 1: Coding and Algorithm Challenge
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
On-site Round 2: Machine Learning Fundamentals and Deep Learning
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
On-site Round 3: AI System Design and Implementation
60 min5 focus topicstechnical|system design
6
On-site Round 4: Behavioral Interview and Cultural Fit
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral|culture fit
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