Remote Backend Engineer at Affirm

Affirm, Inc.

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

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