Amazing company that really cares about people - Anonymous employee Airbnb Employee Review

5.0
Feb 12, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

It's incredibly creative, there is an atmosphere of innovation and it's a place where you feel like you can really make a difference. Even though the company is much larger than most startups, it hasn't lost that curiosity and wonder, and the creative energy that you find in start ups. There are many many genuine people and lots of real friendships rather than just co-workers.

Cons

They are trying to figure out the work like balance but it's not there yet. There's no 401k matching, the health care isn't that great yet if you're used to a bigger more established company. There's a lot of emphasis on after hours social events which isn't for everyone but is a huge plus if you're looking for that.

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Cons

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Pros

Airbnb's mission of creating a world where anyone can belong anywhere strongly resonates with me. I'm excited by the opportunity to build products that operate at global scale and directly impact millions of users. My background in full-stack engineering, distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and AI-powered applications aligns well with Airbnb's focus on innovation, reliability, and exceptional user experiences. I am particularly attracted to Airbnb's engineering culture, emphasis on ownership, and commitment to solving complex technical challenges while delivering meaningful value to hosts, guests, and communities worldwide.

Cons

One challenge of working at Airbnb is the complexity that comes with operating a global platform at scale. Engineering teams must balance reliability, performance, compliance, and user experience across many markets and stakeholders. While this can make development and decision-making more complex, it is also one of the aspects that makes the work technically interesting and professionally rewarding.

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