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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Consumer Payments)

Affirm is revolutionizing credit by offering honest, fee-free buy now, pay later options and is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to build scalable, high-availability backend systems for their Consumer Payments platform.

Skills

  • Designing and launching backend systems at scale with Python or Kotlin.
  • Developing highly available distributed systems using AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.
  • Defining technical plans with simple, extensible designs.
  • Writing maintainable, high-quality code.
  • Making significant changes in large codebases safely.
  • Strong verbal and written communication for global collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Own and deliver quarterly team goals, leading engineers through complex problem-solving.
  • Collaborate with product management, design, and analytics throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Identify and lead solutions for project, process, technology, or business challenges.
  • Maintain operational availability through metrics monitoring and on-call support.
  • Promote a culture of quality through code review, design standards, and technical advocacy.
  • Develop team talent by providing feedback and leading by example.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.

Benefits

  • 100% subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Monthly stipends for technology, food, lifestyle, and family forming expenses.
  • Competitive vacation and holiday policies for rest and recharge.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering discounted Affirm shares.
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$169,000/yr - $240,000/yr
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Full-time, remote
DATE POSTED
July 29, 2025
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