Software Engineer I - 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

• Work on tasks that contribute to the team’s projects and goals.
• Collaborate proactively with team and stakeholders.
• Balance speed and quality in work to meet business goals.
• Engage in growth and development activities.
• Design, develop, and launch backend systems at scale.
• Familiarity with distributed systems and technologies like AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.
• Write clear, well-tested, and extensible code.
• Navigate large code bases and provide feedback through code reviews.
• Take ownership of growth and seek feedback.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Previous work or internship experience in backend systems.
• Experience with Python or Kotlin.
• Knowledge of distributed systems.
• Ability to write clear and extensible code.
• Experience navigating large code bases.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• 100% subsidized medical coverage.
• Flexible Spending Wallets for various needs.
• Wellness days to recharge.
• Learning & Development programs.
• Parental leave.
• Employee Resource & Community Groups.