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 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.
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 engineers with at least 1.5 years of experience who are 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 212 other open roles including Client Success Lead, Counsel II, Capital Markets, Senior Counsel, Capital Markets.
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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 PLN 259,000–PLN 379,000 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.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Affirm targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Contract 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.
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.
Total rewards
We believe the people building honest financial products at Affirm should share in its success. That's why our total rewards are designed to support your health, growth, financial well-being,
and future.
In service of our mission, we reward employees through a combination of base pay, equity (from parent company), and comprehensive benefits
Base Pay Grade - L
259,000 zł - 379,000 zł
Base pay ranges and placement within those ranges are determined based on several factors, including role, experience, and job-related skills.
In addition to base pay, all employees in this role are eligible to receive equity from the parent company each year. This means as Affirm’s parent company grows, employees have the opportunity to share in that growth financially
Equity Grade - 3 (awarded in US Dollars)
Affirm Holdings, Inc. Equity Grade example
Equity grade: 3
New hire equity: $24,000-$36,000
Annual Refresh: $7,500
Reward equity: $0-$112,500,00
Affirm also provides flexible spending wallets to all employees for technology and wellbeing related needs, which are reimbursable up to 1390 zł per month.
In addition to your compensation, our comprehensive benefits are designed to support you and the people who matter most. Benefits include:
- Competitive paid time off, paid public holidays, and additional paid Away Days to rest
and recharge. - Comprehensive private healthcare through Lux Med's Platinum package.
- A MultiSport card to support your health and well-being.
- Learning and development programs to help you grow professionally.
- Family healthcare support through Maven and parental leave support through Parentaly.
- Mental well-being support through Lyra, including up to 12 confidential counseling or
coaching sessions each year for you and your household members. - Financial well-being support through Northstar, with unlimited access to Certified Financial Advisors and planning tools at no cost to you.
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection and inclusion.
- Eligibility for creative tax benefits, subject to applicable law, role, and company policy.
Location - Remote Poland
The majority of our roles can be located anywhere in Poland.
**This job description is not a contractual document, and is not intended to have binding force.**
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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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