Senior Backend Engineer: Scalable Distributed Systems

Affirm; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Wallets

ESPP

Job summary

Affirm is seeking an experienced backend engineer to own and deliver quarterly goals for the Powered by Aff initiative. You will work with Python or Kotlin to build distributed systems leveraging AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes, and you will communicate complex technical concepts clearly across teams.

The role emphasizes scalable architecture, API design, and collaboration with product and engineering stakeholders to drive impact in accelerating payment solutions.

Qualifications

• Requires 4+ years of experience in backend systems using Python or Kotlin and a track record of building distributed systems with AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes.
• Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience and strong technical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver quarterly goals for the Powered by Aff product.

Skills

Backend Development

Python

Kotlin

AWS

MySQL

Kubernetes

Distributed Systems

API Design

System Architecture

Code Review

Technical Planning

Scalability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Affirm is seeking an experienced backend engineer to own and deliver quarterly goals for the Powered by Aff initiative. You will work with Python or Kotlin to build distributed systems leveraging AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes, and you will communicate complex technical concepts clearly across teams.

The role emphasizes scalable architecture, API design, and collaboration with product and engineering stakeholders to drive impact in accelerating payment solutions.