Join Affirm as a Software Engineer II to build scalable backend systems for consumer credit reporting in a remote-first environment.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 41 minutes ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Software Engineer II will focus on developing scalable backend systems and data pipelines that support Affirm's consumer credit reporting. Proficiency in Python or Kotlin, along with experience in distributed systems and technologies like AWS and MySQL, is essential for success. This position is ideal for someone with at least 1.5 years of engineering experience who is eager to collaborate across teams and contribute to a growing company committed to transparency in financial services.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Affirm's career page.
- Affirm has 216 other open roles including Engineering Onboarding Manager, Software Engineer I, Frontend (Upfunnel), Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Loan Origination and Reporting).
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Quick facts
- Is the Software Engineer II , Backend, (Furnishing Platform) role remote?
- Yes — Affirm lists this as a fully remote position.
- What's the salary range?
- Affirm lists €73,000–€109,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Software Engineer II , Backend, (Furnishing Platform) role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AWS, Kotlin, MySQL, Python, Spark.
- Does Affirm sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Affirm targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer II , Backend, (Furnishing Platform) role at Affirm.
From the original posting
At Affirm, we exist for the moments that matter—giving people a clear, predictable way to pay over time, with no hidden fees, no surprises, and no tradeoffs on what matters most.
We are looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer in our Furnishing Platform team to build scalable systems and data pipelines to power our consumer credit reporting. You will partner closely with our Product, Compliance, Servicing, and Credit teams to design robust reporting systems. The systems you will work on are vital for delivering accurate and timely data from Affirm’s financial product portfolio to Consumer Reporting Agencies.
Affirm is growing fast and we want you to enable us to scale our products to 10x and beyond through building world-class systems which enable Affirm in its mission to provide honest financial products which improve lives.
We are only just getting started! Come join us as we build a beloved, lasting financial services brand predicated on honesty and trust. It’s going to be an amazing ride!
What you’ll do
- With the support of your team’s tech lead and manager, you will break down larger projects into individual tasks, deliver them in multiple phases, and collaborate with others to ensure timely delivery of your work.
- You will support your peers and stakeholders in the product development lifecycle by collaborating with product management, design & analytics by participating in ideation, articulating technical constraints, and partnering on decisions that properly consider risks and trade-offs.
- You will support the operations and availability of your team’s artifacts by creating and monitoring metrics, escalating when needed, and supporting “keep the lights on” & on-call efforts.
- You will contribute to a sense of community on your team by engaging in growth and development activities such as participation in the interview process.
- On-Call Rotation - There would be an on-call rotation for this role as a requirement
What we look for
- You have a total of 1.5+ years of experience as a software engineer.
- You have experience designing, developing and launching backend systems and are proficient in one of Python or Kotlin.
- You are familiar with the building blocks of distributed systems, and the technologies like AWS, MySQL and Spark.
- You have mastered taking a simple problem or business scenario into a solution that interacts with multiple software components, and executing on it by writing clear, easily understood, well tested and extensible code.
- You are comfortable navigating a large code base, debugging others' code, and providing feedback to other engineers through code reviews.
- Your experience demonstrates that you take ownership of your growth, proactively seeking feedback from your team, your manager, and your stakeholders.
- You have strong verbal and written communication skills that support effective collaboration with our global engineering team.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Pay Grade - L
Equity Grade - Spain 3
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents). In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc. (parent company).
ESP base pay range per year: €73 000 - €109 000
Additional benefits include:
- Flexible Spending Wallets for tech, food and lifestyle
- Away Days - wellness days to take off work and recharge
- Learning & Development programs
- Parental benefits
- Employee Resource & Community Groups
Location - Remote Spain
We are able to offer visa sponsorship for this role, but do require that someone is based in Spain for the role.
Remote-first with flexibility built in
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company. Most roles can be done from almost anywhere within the country of employment. Some positions may occasionally require in-person work at an Affirm office, and a few are office-based due to the nature of the work. All new hires will be invited to attend an in-person onboarding experience.
Benefits designed for you
Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here are a few highlights:
- Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their dependents.
- Spending stipends: Monthly stipends support your tech setup, and the ability to choose health and wellness options that are right for you.
- Time off to recharge: Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars help you rest when you need to.
- Own a piece of what you build: Our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets you buy Affirm stock at a discount.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive interview process, including accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, we’re happy to help.
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