Senior Software Engineer, Backend - Remote

Overview

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

In Short

• Contribute to the entire API lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with product management, design, and analytics throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Support operations and availability of team artifacts by creating and monitoring metrics.
• Engage in growth and development activities, including participation in the interview process.
• Break down larger projects into tasks and deliver them in phases.
• Work with peers and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of work.
• Take ownership of personal growth and seek feedback from the team.
• Debug code and provide feedback through code reviews.
• Master clear and extensible code writing.
• Navigate a large code base effectively.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer.
• Proficient in backend systems design and development, especially in Python or Kotlin.
• Familiar with distributed systems and technologies like AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents.
• Generous stipends for technology, food, lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses.
• Competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
• Employee stock purchase plan at a discount.