Airbnb Software Engineer (Mid-Level) Interview Preparation Guide
Software Engineer
Airbnb
Mid Level
7 rounds
Updated 11/22/2025
Airbnb's software engineer interview process for mid-level candidates consists of three primary stages: an initial recruiter screening focusing on background validation and cultural fit, a technical phone screen assessing coding fundamentals and problem-solving approach, and an extensive onsite interview spanning 5-7 hours with multiple rounds covering coding problems, system design, and behavioral assessment. The process emphasizes both technical excellence and alignment with Airbnb's mission and core values. All candidates follow the same standardized process with team matching occurring after successful completion of all interview rounds.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Onsite Coding Round 1
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
4
Onsite Coding Round 2
60 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite System Design Round
60 min6 focus topicssystem design
6
Onsite Behavioral Round 1
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Onsite Behavioral Round 2 / Culture Fit
60 min5 focus topicsbehavioral
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