Senior Software Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Direct the technical strategy by managing project planning, prioritization, and execution.

• Oversee the complete system design and development of large-scale, high-availability services.

• Develop robust APIs and data models suitable for microservice and event-driven architectures.

• Collaborate with teams in Product, Analytics, Design, Legal, and Accounting regarding card loan attribution and lifecycle strategy.

• Examine and resolve complex technical challenges.

• Enhance existing code and promote robust, scalable solutions.

• Mentor junior engineers and support the growth of the team.

• Facilitate technical discussions and conduct design reviews.

• Advocate for best practices through code reviews.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software development or engineering.

• Profound understanding of system design and architecture.

• An inspiring leader who encourages team development and nurtures continuous learning.

• Exceptional communication skills for articulating complex concepts to diverse audiences.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Expertise in modern programming languages such as Python, Kotlin, or similar.

• Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.

• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL database systems.

• Understanding of web frameworks and RESTful API development.

• Equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

• Must reside in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, or Saskatchewan.

🏝️ Benefits

• Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards.

• Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and technology expenses.

• 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Monthly stipends to support technology setup.

• Flexible time off.

• Generous holiday schedules.

• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) allowing for the purchase of Affirm stock at a discount.

• Inclusive interview process with accommodations for candidates with disabilities.

• Remote-first work flexibility.

• In-person onboarding experience for all new hires.