Senior Manager, Technical Education

airbnb, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbnb is seeking a Senior Manager, Technical Education to lead the TechEd team delivering bootcamps for new hires, EngU and DataU programming, tech lunch talks, and the Engineering apprenticeship program Connect. The role balances innovative design with outcomes and requires strong people leadership and stakeholder collaboration.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in technical education strategy, learning design, and scaling programs for large tech organizations, with a data-driven

Qualifications

• 12+ years guiding strategy and execution for technical education (bootcamps, lunch 'n' learns, apprenticeship programs)
• 5+ years experience as a people manager
• Direct technical expertise with coding or data science is a bonus
• Track record of creative and best-in-class learning experience design
• Ability to shape a vision and execute the associated roadmap
• Experience scaling initiatives for an organization of ~3000
• Experience working with vendors and partners to execute a vision
• Comfortable with learning technologies and educational technology
• Lifelong learner with curiosity about new technologies and L&D best practices
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Data-driven approach to evaluating learning experiences
• Exceptional understanding of Technology and Engineering organizations and how they operate

Responsibilities

• Connecting with stakeholders to understand skill gaps and needs
• Establishing a vision and strategy for technical education
• Coaching the team and providing feedback on programs
• Providing subject matter expertise on learning science and skill acquisition
• Collaborating with the Tech L&D team to build high-impact programs
• Partnering with vendors and consultants to execute strategy and vision
• Amplifying and evangelizing a culture of learning for Tech
• Reporting on learning impact to senior leadership
• Collaborating with Tech L&D members to advance programming and outcomes

Skills

Technical education strategy

People management

Learning design

Stakeholder collaboration

Roadmap execution

Vendor & partner management

Data-driven evaluation

Bootcamp design

Job description

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

The Community You Will Join:

Airbnb's mission is to create a world where people can Belong Anywhere. As we work to achieve that mission, we're building world-class learning experiences for our technical teams. We're looking for an exceptional and creative individual inspired to deliver innovative learning experiences that have tremendous organizational impact.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Senior Manager, Technical Education will lead the team responsible for enabling technical education in the Tech org at Airbnb. The TechEd team delivers bootcamp for new hires, our EngU and DataU programming, our tech lunch 'n' learn talks, and our Engineering apprentice program "Connect". The person leading this team will also support the enablement of AI skills.

The ideal candidate is confident in their ability to balance an innovative and creative approach with a steadfast dedication to learning outcomes and impact. We're looking for an exceptional people manager, experienced with building and leading a high performing team. Since our programs and initiatives rely heavily on partnership with stakeholders within the Tech org, an ability to build deep relationships is crucial.

A Typical Day:

• Connecting with stakeholders to understand skill gaps and performing needs assessments
• Establishing a vision and strategy for technical education
• Coaching the team and providing feedback on programs and initiatives
• Providing subject matter expertise to team members on learning science and skill acquisition
• Collaborating with others on the Tech L&D team to build and execute high impact programs and initiatives
• Partnering with vendors and consultants to execute the strategy and vision for TechEd
• Amplifying and evangelizing a culture of learning for Tech
• Reporting on learning impact and outcomes to senior leadership
• Collaborating with other Tech L&D members to advance programming and outcomes

Your Expertise

• 12+ years of experience guiding strategy and execution for technical education (bootcamps, lunch 'n' learns, apprenticeship programs, technical upskilling for practitioners )
• 5+ years experience as a people manager
• Direct technical expertise with coding or data science is a bonus!
• Track record of creative and best in class experience design, commitment to innovation and experimentation
• Demonstrated ability to shape a vision and execute the associated roadmap
• Experience scaling and designing initiatives, processes and tools for an organization of ~3000
• Experience working with vendors and partners to execute a vision
• Comfortable with learning technologies and educational technology
• Lifelong learner, curious about new technologies and best practices in L&D
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders and cross-functional partners
• Data-driven approach to evaluating and measuring learning experiences
• Exceptional understanding of Technology and Engineering organizations and how they operate

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: [e-mail] . 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.

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.