Senior Software Engineer, Backend – Loan Origination and Reporting

Job Description:

  • Build and scale data platforms and services processing loan originations in real time
  • Deliver accurate reporting to Affirm and its financial partners
  • Own and deliver quarterly team goals
  • Lead engineers through ambiguous, open-ended problems
  • Collaborate with product management, design, and analytics during ideation and decision-making
  • Identify and lead resolution of project, process, technology, and business issues
  • Create and monitor operational metrics
  • Escalate issues and support on-call and operational efforts
  • Set and improve code review and design standards
  • Advocate for engineering standards through writing and tech talks
  • Provide feedback and guidance to develop team talent

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of experience designing, developing and launching backend systems at scale
  • Experience using languages like Python or Kotlin
  • Track record developing highly available distributed systems
  • Experience with AWS, MySQL and Kubernetes
  • Deep expertise designing and operating scalable backend data pipelines and batch processing systems
  • Experience using Spark, Airflow, or similar distributed frameworks
  • Experience defining technical plans for significant features or system components
  • Ability to write high-quality, understandable code
  • Proficiency making significant changes in a large code base safely
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Benefits:

  • 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents
  • Dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • Monthly stipends for tech setup
  • Monthly health and wellness spending stipends
  • Flexible time off
  • Generous holiday calendars
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with discounted Affirm stock
  • Remote-first work flexibility
  • In-person onboarding experience for all new hires
  • Inclusive interview process and accommodations for candidates with disabilities
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