Lead Model Risk & Validation - Finance & Analytics

Affirm, Inc.; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 164,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tech stipends

Flexible time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Affirm, Inc. is seeking a Lead Validator for Finance and Analytics models within its Model Risk Management team. You will lead rigorous validation efforts and monitor model performance across ALM, forecast, and related analytics, collaborating with finance, research, and growth analytics teams.

The role emphasizes strong quantitative skills, scripting (Python/SQL), and effective communication, with a remote-first work approach and compensation aligned to experience and location.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of professional experience in model validation or related tech areas.
• Deep knowledge of corporate finance, ALM, treasury, or actuarial forecasting.
• Experience with credit underwriting or credit risk is a plus.
• Proficient with Python and large datasets (SQL); review models in Excel/Python/Databricks.
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, time-series forecasting, and ML in finance contexts.
• Advanced degree in quantitative field; strong problem-solving and communication.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent validation of financial and analytics models with rigorous monitoring.
• Lead end-to-end validation engagements for high-complexity models.
• Identify weaknesses and articulate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with model owners and stakeholders to remediate findings and strengthen governance.
• Partner to implement and maintain the MRM framework across the company.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit, Controls, Accounting, and Compliance on requests.

Skills

Model validation

Python

SQL

Excel

Statistical modeling

Time-series forecasting

Data analysis

Education

BS/MS/PhD in quantitative field

Tools

Databricks

Job description

Affirm, Inc. is seeking a Lead Validator for Finance and Analytics models within its Model Risk Management team. You will lead rigorous validation efforts and monitor model performance across ALM, forecast, and related analytics, collaborating with finance, research, and growth analytics teams.

The role emphasizes strong quantitative skills, scripting (Python/SQL), and effective communication, with a remote-first work approach and compensation aligned to experience and location.