Senior Software Engineer

Affirm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Card Loan Platform team, operating in a remote capacity. Affirm provides predictable payment solutions for consumers…

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Job Description

Affirm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Card Loan Platform team, operating in a remote capacity. Affirm provides predictable payment solutions for consumers with transparent terms and no hidden fees. In this position, the selected professional will work on the decision engine supporting the organization's card products, handling distributed systems challenges that require processing payment data in milliseconds to manage real-time authorizations, originations, and refunds. This role suits engineers experienced in building high-availability services who want to drive technical strategy and mentor junior team members. The contributor will collaborate with product management, analytics, design, legal, and accounting groups to shape the card loan lifecycle and attribution strategy. The position involves designing microservices, writing robust APIs, and optimizing existing codebases for long-term scalability. New hires will participate in an in-person onboarding experience, and the role offers remote flexibility within designated Canadian provinces. Total compensation includes base pay, equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness, and technology, as well as comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

Plan, prioritize, and execute technical projects in alignment with business and product objectives
Design and develop large-scale, highly available microservices and event-driven architectures with robust APIs and data models
Partner with analytics, product, design, legal, and accounting teams to deliver card loan lifecycle and attribution strategies
Troubleshoot technical issues, analyze system performance, and optimize code for scalability
Guide junior engineers through code reviews, design discussions, and mentorship

Requirements

Minimum of five years of software development or engineering experience
Familiarity with system design, architecture, cloud platforms, and containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with relational or non-relational database systems, web frameworks, and RESTful API development
Proficiency in modern programming languages including Kotlin or Python
Residency in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, or Saskatchewan

Qualifications

Equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor degree in a related field

Core Skills

Python SQL AWS Docker Kubernetes Excel Accounting

Benefits

Full coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependents
Monthly stipends designated for technology setup, health, and wellness choices
Flexible time off combined with a holiday calendar
Employee stock purchase plan allowing discounted stock acquisition

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote-first role open exclusively to candidates residing in specific Canadian provinces, including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, or Saskatchewan.

What is the salary range for this role?

The annual base pay range in Canada is $153,000 to $213,000 CAD, with new employees typically starting at the lower end of the range.

What experience is required to apply?

Applicants must have at least five years of software development or engineering experience, alongside a strong background in system design, cloud platforms, containerization, databases, and modern programming languages like Python or Kotlin.