4.0
10 Feb 2026
Anonymous contractor
Current contractor
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
Airbnb is undergoing transition from a 'super friendly place to work' to a more aggressive place to work. My initial experience was one of great collaboration and friendliness (excessively so - it was hard to get anything done with no clear decision-makers). My co-workers were not the cream of the crop, but I didn't encounter anyone I would describe as incompetent. Leadership generally showed respect for the work.
Cons
Airbnb is pulling in more leaders from aggressive tech companies like Amazon and Meta. While it's great to see the overly-collaborative environment get a little more rigor/direction, it's a significant shift for those who are not accustomed to fast-paced and 'in your face' leadership.