Software Engineer II, Backend (Identity Decisioning)

Affirm; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 146,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Spending stipends for tech setup

Time off and holidays

ESPP

Job summary

Affirm is seeking a Software Engineer for the Identity Decisioning team. You will build backend systems to validate consumer identity, comply with KYC and partner with Product, Compliance, Auth and Fraud teams.

You will design, implement, test, and deploy reliable code, while maintaining ownership over delivery, quality, and collaboration. A remote-first environment supports work from anywhere in the U.S.

Qualifications

• 1.5+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience designing, developing and launching backend systems in Python or Kotlin.
• Familiar with distributed systems building blocks; knowledge of AWS, MySQL and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Break down large projects into tasks and deliver in phases.
• Collaborate with product, design & analytics; articulate constraints and trade-offs.
• Support operations, monitor metrics, and participate in on-call efforts.
• Contribute to team growth through interview participation and mentoring.

Skills

Python

Kotlin

Backend design

Distributed systems

AWS

MySQL

Kubernetes

Code reviews

Ownership mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

MySQL

Kubernetes

Job description

At affirm, we exist for the moments that matter-giving people a clear, predictable way to pay over time, with no hidden fees, no surprises, and no tradeoffs on what matters most.

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the Identity Decisioning team, responsible for building backend systems that validates consumer identity in all of affirm's products by satisfying regulatory protocols like KYC. The team partners closely with Product, Compliance, Auth, Fraud, and other engineering teams to deliver honest and transparent financial products that help consumers make their purchasing decisions. As we scale the company to be a cornerstone of all e-commerce and offline retail, it is an exciting time to join the team which sits at the core of this mission.

What You'll Do

• With the support of your team's tech lead and manager, you will break down larger projects into individual tasks, deliver them in multiple phases, and collaborate with others to ensure timely delivery of your work.


• You will support your peers and stakeholders in the product development lifecycle by collaborating with product management, design & analytics by participating in ideation, articulating technical constraints, and partnering on decisions that properly consider risks and trade-offs.


• You will support the operations and availability of your team's artifacts by creating and monitoring metrics, escalating when needed, and supporting \"keep the lights on\" & on-call efforts.


• You will contribute to a sense of community on your team by engaging in growth and development activities such as participation in the interview process.

What We Look For

• You have a total of 1.5+ years of experience as a software engineer.


• You have experience designing, developing and launching backend systems and are proficient in one of Python or Kotlin.


• You are familiar with the building blocks of distributed systems, and the technologies like AWS, MySQL and Kubernetes.


• You have mastered taking a simple problem or business scenario into a solution that interacts with multiple software components, and executing on it by writing clear, easily understood, well-tested and extensible code.


• You are comfortable navigating a large code base, debugging others' code, and providing feedback to other engineers through code reviews.


• Your experience demonstrates that you take ownership of your growth, proactively seeking feedback from your team, your manager, and your stakeholders.


• You have strong verbal and written communication skills that support effective collaboration with our global engineering team.


• This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Base Pay Grade - L

Equity Grade - USA 6

Employees new to affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.

Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)

USA Pacific base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT):

$165,000 - $225,000 USD.

USA Sapphire base pay range (all other U.S. states):

$146,000 - $206,000 USD.

Remote-first with flexibility built in

Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company. Most roles can be done from almost anywhere within the country of employment. Some positions may occasionally require in-person work at an affirm office, and a few are office-based due to the nature of the work. All new hires will be invited to attend an in-person onboarding experience.

Benefits Designed For You

• Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their dependents.


• Spending stipends: Monthly stipends support your tech setup, and the ability to choose health and wellness options that are right for you.


• Time off to recharge: Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars help you rest when you need to.


• Own a piece of what you build: Our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets you buy affirm stock at a discount.

We're committed to providing an inclusive interview process, including accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, we're happy to help.

For positions based in San Francisco or Los Angeles: affirm considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, as required by law.