Lead Platform Manager, Tech Foundations
Core
Own end-to-end developer workflows and define developer productivity metrics to improve engineering efficiency across Airbnb's infrastructure.
Role type
Senior Lead Product Manager (Developer Productivity & Platform)
Builds
Cohesive developer productivity infrastructure and tooling for Airbnb engineers
Domain
Developer Experience (DevEx), Platform Engineering, Infrastructure
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product management for technical users, Developer productivity measurement, Technical architecture understanding, Cross-functional influence, Strategic roadmap planning, Metrics definition
Preferred skills
Previous software engineering experience, Familiarity with DORA/SPACE/DevEx frameworks, AI-powered workflow knowledge
Technologies
CI/CD, Build systems, Testing frameworks, Code review tools, AI-assisted development tools
Responsibilities
Define product vision for developer productivity, Map and fix cross-cutting developer workflows, Build metrics and instrumentation for productivity, Partner with engineering and data science to align on success criteria, Develop and prioritize product roadmap, Influence teams without direct authority
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic scope