Software Engineer II, Backend (Credit Decisioning)

Affirm; Remote; CAD 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology company in Canada is seeking a Software Engineer with experience in backend systems development using Python or Kotlin. You will collaborate on product development, break down projects into tasks, and create metrics to support team operations. Ideal candidates have at least 1.5 years of experience, familiarity with distributed systems, and strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of up to $175,000, flexible remote work options, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Equity rewards through employee stock purchase plan

Comprehensive health care coverage

Generous stipends for technology and lifestyle needs

Competitive vacation and holiday schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1.5 years of experience as a software engineer.
• Proficiency in backend systems development using Python or Kotlin.
• Familiarity with distributed systems and technologies such as AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Break down larger projects into individual tasks.
• Support product development by collaborating with product management, design, and analytics.
• Create and monitor metrics to support team operations.

Skills

Backend systems development

Python

Kotlin

Distributed systems

AWS

MySQL

Kubernetes

Communication skills

Job description

Employer Industry: Financial Technology

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $175,000 per year
• Opportunity for equity rewards through the employee stock purchase plan
• Comprehensive health care coverage with 100% subsidized premiums for you and your dependents
• Generous stipends for technology, food, and lifestyle needs
• Flexible remote work options with a majority of roles being remote‑first
• Competitive vacation and holiday schedules for adequate rest and recharge

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Break down larger projects into individual tasks and collaborate with team members for timely delivery
• Support product development by collaborating with product management, design, and analytics
• Create and monitor metrics to support team operations and availability of artifacts
• Engage in team growth and development activities, including participation in the interview process
• Navigate and debug a large code base while providing feedback through code reviews

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Minimum of 1.5 years of experience as a software engineer
• Proficiency in backend systems development using Python or Kotlin
• Familiarity with distributed systems and technologies such as AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes
• Ability to write clear, well‑tested, and extensible code that interacts with multiple software components
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in taking ownership of personal growth and proactively seeking feedback from peers and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and debug complex code bases

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