Airbnb Engineering Manager Interview Preparation Guide - Junior Level
Engineering Manager
Airbnb
Junior
6 rounds
Updated 2/17/2026
Airbnb's Engineering Manager interview process for junior-level candidates spans 3-6 weeks and consists of a recruiter screen, technical/coding assessments, and multiple onsite rounds focused on technical proficiency, system design thinking, people management capabilities, and cultural alignment with Airbnb's 'Belong Anywhere' values. The process emphasizes balancing technical excellence with emerging leadership skills, team dynamics understanding, and cross-functional collaboration.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
20 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen
75 min4 focus topicstechnical
3
Technical Interview - System Design Fundamentals
50 min4 focus topicssystem design
4
Management and Leadership Scenario Interview
50 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
5
Technical Leadership and Code Quality Review
50 min4 focus topicstechnical
6
Behavioral and Cultural Fit Interview
50 min4 focus topicsculture fit