Lead Localization Operations Program Manager

The Community You Will Join:

As a key part of the Localization Operations team, you will be responsible for driving the future process, tooling and automation of how Airbnb delivers high-quality, culturally resonant experiences to users around the world at large scale.

The Difference You Will Make:

Airbnb Localization team is seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead high-impact initiatives at the intersection of localization, technology, and global scale. This role calls for a unique blend of deep technical expertise, strategic program leadership, and the ability to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that transform how localization is executed. You’ll partner across engineering, product, and external vendors to ensure our tools, processes, and technologies evolve in step with the fast-changing global tech landscape.

A Typical Day:

• Own and drive complex, cross-functional localization programs from strategy through execution, acting as the single point of accountability for technical localization operations.
• Serve as a trusted operating partner to Localization Operations and Localization leadership, translating strategic priorities into executable technical roadmaps and surfacing tradeoffs early.
• Lead the design, innovation, and implementation of scalable solutions leveraging technology including AI and machine translation to improve on the quality, cost and efficiency of localization delivery.
• Shape the technical direction of Localization at Airbnb through alignment with Localization Leadership on vision and business goals, leveraging SME expertise across the Localization organization and in strategic collaboration with internationalization engineering partners to influence long-term tech roadmaps.
• Manage technical relationships and integration solutions with external Language Service and Technology providers, ensuring alignment with Airbnb’s evolving needs.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, automation, and quality frameworks for localization and translation at scale.

Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging:

Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: reasonableaccommodations@airbnb.com. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.

We ask that you only reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Airbnb values diversity & belonging and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All individuals seeking employment at Airbnb are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

How We'll Take Care of You:

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

Pay Range

$168,000—$210,000 USD

Reasonable Accommodations: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or an accommodation, please let your recruiter know once you are contacted about a role.

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