Sales Engineering Leader (Remote)

Affirm, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 164,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tech stipend

Flexible time off

ESPP

Job summary

Affirm, Inc. is seeking a high-impact Sales Engineering leader to mentor a growing team and partner with merchants to close strategic deals.

You will blend hands-on technical leadership with team development, driving API integration conversations and shaping product feedback while working remotely with flexibility across the United States. The role requires 4–6+ years in Sales Engineering, 3–4 years of people management, and a proven ability to translate business needs into technical guidance.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years in Sales Engineering or similar customer-facing technical role.
• 3–4 years of people management experience.
• Proven ability to develop technical talent and drive results.
• Hands-on with API-based integrations and technical customer conversations.
• Strong communication with developers, business stakeholders, and executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Sales Engineers with clear expectations.
• Participate in deals, supporting live discovery, integration discussions, and presentations.
• Partner with merchant leaders when leadership is required.
• Develop knowledge of Affirms products, APIs, and integration options.
• Build, test, and troubleshoot integrations in sandbox environments.
• Use AI tools in technical work and coach the team to apply them.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Revenue to win business.
• Translate merchant requirements into actionable product feedback.
• Create a respectful environment with feedback and growth opportunities.

Skills

Sales Engineering

Team Leadership

Merchant Engagement

API Integrations

Hands-on Leadership

Programming Language

Communication

Education

BA/BS in business or technology

Job description

Affirm, Inc. is seeking a high-impact Sales Engineering leader to mentor a growing team and partner with merchants to close strategic deals.

You will blend hands-on technical leadership with team development, driving API integration conversations and shaping product feedback while working remotely with flexibility across the United States. The role requires 4–6+ years in Sales Engineering, 3–4 years of people management, and a proven ability to translate business needs into technical guidance.