IT & Software

Remote Backend Engineer at Affirm

Affirm, Inc.

Victoria · British Columbia · Canada

Take your backend engineering skills to the next level with Affirm, focusing on identity solutions in a remote setting. Leverage your expertise in Python or Kotlin to shape key processes for our international markets.

Affirm is on the lookout for a Staff Software Engineer specializing in backend systems. You will guide technical strategies, collaborate across product teams, and enhance operational practices. This role emphasizes quality and ownership while fostering talent within the identity segment essential to our growth outside North America.

Key Responsibilities: • Set technical strategy aligning with business impact • Collaborate with product management and analytics teams • Advocate for operational processes and improve team efficiency • Ensure monitoring, testing, and alert systems are in place • Lead code reviews and set design standards

Requirements: • 8+ years in scalable backend system development • Strong experience with AWS, MySQL, Spark, Kubernetes • Proven track record in delivering features with high-quality code • Effective communication skills across global teams • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field

Drive innovation in backend engineering while supporting Affirm's international identity initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reference: WJ-3875_14197574

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