Airbnb VP of Engineering Interview Preparation Guide (Mid-Level)
VP of Engineering
Airbnb
Mid Level
8 rounds
Updated 2/22/2026
Airbnb's VP of Engineering interview process for mid-level candidates typically combines recruiter screening, technical phone interviews, and onsite rounds spanning system design, technical leadership, team management, and strategic alignment. The process emphasizes both technical depth and organizational leadership capabilities, with particular attention to cross-functional collaboration and Airbnb's core values around belonging, innovation, and operational excellence.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min3 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
60 min4 focus topicstechnical
3
Leadership and Behavioral Phone Screen
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
4
Onsite: System Design and Architecture
90 min4 focus topicssystem design
5
Onsite: Technical Deep Dive
75 min4 focus topicstechnical
6
Onsite: Team Leadership and People Management
75 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
7
Onsite: Strategic Leadership and Vision
75 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
8
Onsite: Values and Culture Fit
60 min4 focus topicsculture fit