Senior Software Engineer, Backend – International

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

📋 Description

• Take ownership of and achieve quarterly objectives for the team.

• Guide engineers through uncertain situations to address open-ended challenges and provide support during the delivery process.

• Work collaboratively with product management, design, and analytics throughout the entire product development lifecycle.

• Engage in brainstorming sessions, articulate technical limitations, and collaborate on decisions by weighing risks and trade-offs.

• Recognize and lead the resolution of project, process, technology, and business challenges.

• Establish and track metrics for artifact operations and availability.

• Raise issues and assist with ongoing maintenance and on-call responsibilities.

• Set or enhance code review and design standards.

• Promote engineering standards through writing and technical presentations.

• Foster team development by providing feedback, guidance, and leading by example.

• Build and manage systems that facilitate bank and card payments across Affirm’s international markets.

⛳️ Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in designing, developing, and launching scalable backend systems using programming languages such as Python or Kotlin.

• Proven track record in creating highly available distributed systems utilizing technologies like AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.

• Experience in defining technical specifications for key features or system components with designs that are elegant, simple, and extensible.

• Ability to produce high-quality, comprehensible code.

• Proficient in implementing significant changes within a large codebase safely.

• Experience in developing tools and practices that facilitate safe modifications.

• Demonstrated ownership of professional development and a proactive approach to seeking feedback.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities to collaborate effectively with a global engineering team.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

🏝️ Benefits

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

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

• Dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.

• Flexible time off policy.

• Generous holiday schedules.

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

• An inclusive interview process with accommodations available for candidates with disabilities.

• An in-person onboarding experience for all new hires.