Senior Staff Engineer, Payments Compliance - Remote

Overview

The Senior Staff Engineer for Payments Compliance at Airbnb will lead the architectural direction and technical vision for compliance systems, ensuring they are scalable and aligned with regulatory requirements.

In Short

• Lead technical vision for Payments Compliance.
• Architect systems for compliance with regulations.
• Drive foundational architectural shifts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor engineers and raise technical standards.
• Ensure systems adapt to regulatory changes.
• Influence senior stakeholders.
• Manage end-to-end system design.
• Support KYC capabilities expansion.
• Focus on long-term platform development.

Requirements

• 15+ years of technical experience.
• 10+ years in a fast-paced tech environment.
• Experience with AML and KYC standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Hands-on experience in leading projects.
• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in back-end server languages.
• Understanding of high-scale web applications.
• Ownership mentality across teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range.
• Bonus and equity eligibility.
• Employee Travel Credits.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Support for work-life balance.
• Access to a global network.
• Commitment to innovation and creativity.