Senior Program Manager, Design at Airbnb

The role

As a Senior Design Program Manager, you will drive the end-to-end program management of a design team focused on delivering critical product initiatives. You will partner with cross-functional leaders to foster alignment and ensure seamless day-to-day operations. This role is central to scaling design impact through operational excellence and measurable outcomes.

What you'll do

• Partner with leaders to align on program scope and deliverables
• Establish operating rhythms and resource planning across design teams
• Support the execution of quarterly and annual product launches
• Act as a bridge between design and cross-functional partners
• Anticipate and resolve obstacles while proactively managing risks
• Uphold design standards and refine workflows for efficiency

What you'll bring

• Seven or more years of experience in program or project management
• Proven track record of delivering impactful design initiatives
• Strong ability to navigate ambiguity and structure complex solutions
• Demonstrated leadership in mediation and stakeholder negotiation
• Experience establishing scalable systems where little exists

Your impact

You will drive operational consistency that enables the Design organization to deliver measurable outcomes at scale. By ensuring cross-functional alignment and proactively managing risks, your work will directly impact the quality and success of product initiatives for millions of hosts and guests worldwide.