Senior Backend Engineer, Data Platform & Systems Lead

Affirm; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

Affirm is seeking an experienced backend leader to develop and scale data platforms supporting real-time loan origination and reporting. You will mentor engineers and partner with product and design teams to tackle complex technical challenges.

Required is 4+ years in backend systems with Python or Kotlin, plus expertise in distributed systems using AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes. You will drive scalable data pipelines with Spark or Airflow and hold quarterly goals.

Competenze

• 4+ years of backend experience with Python or Kotlin.
• Experience with distributed systems using AWS, MySQL and Kubernetes.
• Deep experience with scalable data pipelines using Spark or Airflow.

Mansioni

• Lead development and scaling of data platforms for real-time loan origination and financial reporting.
• Mentor engineers and collaborate with product and design teams to solve complex technical problems.
• Own quarterly goals and drive technical excellence across backend systems.

Conoscenze

Backend Development

Python

Kotlin

AWS

MySQL

Kubernetes

Spark

Airflow

Distributed Systems

Data Pipelines

Batch Processing

System Design

Code Review

Technical Leadership

API Design

Scalability

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Affirm is seeking an experienced backend leader to develop and scale data platforms supporting real-time loan origination and reporting. You will mentor engineers and partner with product and design teams to tackle complex technical challenges.

Required is 4+ years in backend systems with Python or Kotlin, plus expertise in distributed systems using AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes. You will drive scalable data pipelines with Spark or Airflow and hold quarterly goals.