Backend Software Engineer I — Remote Canada (Equity)

Affirm, Inc.; Newfoundland and Labrador; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tech stipends

ESPP

Job summary

Affirm is seeking a Software Engineer I, Backend (Continuous Delivery) for remote Canada. You will join the Developer Productivity team to build scalable backend systems and robust release tooling that accelerate delivery with safety and quality.

The role requires experience with Python or Kotlin, distributed systems, and cloud assets (AWS, MySQL, Kubernetes), plus strong ownership and communication to drive reliable software delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, building and launching backend systems at scale.
• Proficiency with Python or Kotlin.
• Familiar with distributed systems and cloud tech (AWS, MySQL, Kubernetes).
• Ability to navigate large codebases, perform reviews, and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with your team to contribute to projects and goals.
• Work with stakeholders to create visibility on risks and trade-offs.
• Balance speed with reliability to meet business goals and minimize downtime.
• Engage in growth and development activities to strengthen the team.

Skills

Backend development

Python / Kotlin

Distributed systems

Cloud: AWS / MySQL / Kubernetes

Code reviews & debugging

Ownership & growth mindset

Communication

Job description

Affirm is seeking a Software Engineer I, Backend (Continuous Delivery) for remote Canada. You will join the Developer Productivity team to build scalable backend systems and robust release tooling that accelerate delivery with safety and quality.

The role requires experience with Python or Kotlin, distributed systems, and cloud assets (AWS, MySQL, Kubernetes), plus strong ownership and communication to drive reliable software delivery.