JOB AT AFFIRM
Backend Software Engineer (Decisions Orchestration)
- Company: Affirm
- Location: Remote (US)
- Posted
- Pay listed by the employer: $165,000–$225,000 a year
- Compare pay: Backend Software Engineer salaries · Affirm salaries
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- Application form: from 33 forms we checked, 28 ask for a cover letter; about 7 questions only Affirm asks per form. What it asks
- Pay benchmark: Backend Software Engineer postings that list pay show a $185K median (111 postings)
- Pay benchmark: Affirm postings that list pay show a $211K median (108 postings)
- H-1B: Affirm has H-1B labor condition applications on file with the U.S. Department of Labor (at least 97 filings, fiscal years 2025–2026). An LCA is not a visa approval. H-1B sponsors hiring now
Job description
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Software Engineer II, Backend (Decisions Orchestration)
Remote US
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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.
Your role will be instrumental in designing the next generation of Affirm’s Checkout Platform to provide a world-class buying experience that puts customers first!
We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to build out financial products and features providing new levels of accessibility and flexibility to our users. You will work in a fast-paced team environment, designing and implementing new API’s and microservice interfaces to manage every users’ transaction with Affirm. You will also use your technical skillset to find opportunities to improve the performance and reliability of the systems that drive the user journey through purchasing with Affirm.
Come join us as we build a beloved, lasting financial services brand predicated on honesty and trust. It’s going to be an amazing ride!
What you'll do
Work with technical leaders in the team to design and implement insightful forward-looking approaches that go beyond the direct team and solve large open-ended problems
Actively own components of checkout systems and define their long-term health, while also improving the health of surrounding systems
Collaborate with engineers within our team and across the organization to build the next generation of the checkout platform
Learn and improve engineering standards, tooling, and processes across the checkout platform
What we look for
Take Ownership. You enjoy working with product and engineering leaders to develop detailed project definitions, and drive technical decisions within your team
Execute. You have a proven track record of developing, testing, and shipping high-quality software at scale
Collaborate. You communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. If anything, you trend towards over-communication
Build Teams. You grow with engineers around you through sharing your learnings and providing feedback to your peers that will help the team grow
Customer-centric mentality. You are empathetic to the user experience and thoughtful about what we can do to make it better
This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Tech You Will Use
Python
Kotlin
RPC
Redis
MySQL
AWS
Github
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 base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $165,000 - $225,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $146,000 - $206,000
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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
Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here are a few highlights:
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.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and consent to the use of your personal information as described.
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From 33 application forms we checked.
- Current Company
- Have you previously been employed at Affirm for any length of time?
- How did you first learn about Affirm as an employer?
- Name Pronunciation
- Which U.S. State or Canadian Province do you reside in?
- Contact details: 33 of 33 forms
- Resume or CV: 33 of 33 forms
- Cover letter: 28 of 33 forms
- Work authorization: 2 of 33 forms
- Visa sponsorship: 33 of 33 forms
- Voluntary self-identification (EEO): 33 of 33 forms
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