Airbnb Senior Technical Writer Interview Preparation Guide

Airbnb's interview process for Senior Technical Writers emphasizes both technical writing excellence and cultural alignment with the company's values: Champion the Mission, Be a Host, Embrace the Adventure, and Be a Cereal Entrepreneur. The process includes recruiter screening, a technical phone screen, and a comprehensive onsite loop featuring writing assessments, system design (documentation architecture), cross-functional collaboration, and behavioral evaluation. For senior-level candidates, the interview bar focuses on demonstrating expertise in information architecture, audience analysis, stakeholder management, and the ability to influence documentation standards across teams.