Airbnb · 14 hours ago
Senior Manager, Space Studio
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$188K/yr - $235K/yr
15+ years expAirbnb is a global company that connects hosts and guests through unique stays and experiences. They are seeking a Senior Manager to lead the development of systems that integrate design, data, and delivery for SpaceOS, focusing on creating resilient, purpose-driven spaces worldwide.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development of a long-term design strategy that bridges design, technology, and sustainability to create resilient, purpose-driven spaces worldwide—working collaboratively with the broader Space leadership team
Develop and oversee the Space operating model and systems that enable global programs to run efficiently and scale with confidence, consistency, and quality
Define the metrics and feedback loops that translate data into insight—guiding priorities, investment decisions, and continuous improvement
Set sustainability goals and frameworks to measure, track, and report progress toward them
Lead a multidisciplinary team spanning strategy, systems, sustainability, and data—bridging creative vision with operational excellence
Advance SpaceOS as the platform that connects sustainability metrics, performance data, and global standards into one integrated ecosystem
Translate long-term design strategy into actionable frameworks and tools that improve speed, quality, and measurable impact across the portfolio
Partner with Development, Architecture & Construction, and Workplace to align strategy with day-to-day operations and long-term investment planning
Develop measurement methods and dashboards that track utilization, performance, and sustainability outcomes—turning data into insight
Collaborate with technology and engineering teams to automate workflows, streamline reporting, and increase decision transparency
Establish and maintain operational standards and sustainability benchmarks, ensuring every project meets consistent performance and environmental criteria
Create and steward playbooks and documentation that make complex systems intuitive and scalable across regions
Effectively lead, coach and mentor a cross-functional team that values precision, experimentation, and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience spanning architecture, design technology, and creative systems development, including several years in senior or cross-functional leadership roles
Proven ability to connect creative processes with data, tooling, and scalable design systems that improve both quality and efficiency
Experience effectively leading multi-disciplinary teams across design strategy, operations, sustainability, and technology implementation
Deep understanding of digital design workflows (e.g., Revit, Rhino, Airtable, Figma, or equivalent) and their application to real-world building and workplace systems
Demonstrated success in developing global standards, operating models, or performance systems within complex, design-driven organizations
Track record of building sustainability strategies and measurement frameworks that translate ambition into actionable goals
Skilled in translating complexity into clear, measurable systems that guide decision-making and long-term planning
Known for collaborative leadership, mentoring teams that balance creativity, precision, and experimentation
Deep appreciation for design craft, sustainability, and innovation at scale—with the ability to move seamlessly between vision and execution
Benefits
Bonus
Equity
Benefits
Employee Travel Credits
Company
Airbnb
Airbnb is an online community marketplace for people to list, discover, and book accommodations through mobile phones or the Internet.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.44BKey Investors
VERSO CapitalJP Morgan ChaseFirstMark
2020-12-10IPO
2020-04-14Debt Financing· $1B
2020-04-06Private Equity· $1B
Leadership Team
Brian Chesky
Co-founder & CEO
Nathan Blecharczyk
Co-founder / Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
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