Airbnb Senior Systems Engineer Interview Preparation Guide

Airbnb's interview process for senior engineering roles follows a structured funnel approach. After initial recruiter screening, candidates proceed through technical phone screens to assess foundational knowledge, followed by an intensive onsite loop (Engineering Loop) consisting of multiple rounds covering system design, technical depth, infrastructure operations, and cultural alignment. For senior-level systems engineers, the process emphasizes architectural thinking, large-scale system design, infrastructure optimization, and the ability to handle complex multi-component system integration challenges.