Remote Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Fraud Decisioning)

Description:

• The Senior Software Engineer will lead projects and initiatives on the Fraud Decisioning team at Affirm.
• Responsibilities include building tools and systems to enhance fraud fighting capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing data-driven decisions to improve fraud deciders' performance and quality.
• The mission is to drive growth while protecting Affirm, buyers, and merchants by evaluating risk, adapting to fraud changes, and introducing new fraud-fighting capabilities.
• Tasks involve planning and executing cross-functional initiatives, designing and writing high-quality code, reviewing others' work, mentoring engineers, and incorporating stakeholder needs and opinions.
• The position also requires conducting technical and soft skill evaluations for hiring decisions.

Requirements:

• Equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 3-5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, with leadership and mentoring experience.
• Proficiency in Python or Kotlin, experience with MySQL and relational databases, and familiarity with PyCharm or IntelliJ IDEA.
• Proven track record in architecting and maintaining complex systems.
• Strong ability to synthesize business, product, and technical requirements.
• Passion for cross-functional collaboration with Product, Machine Learning, Analytics, and Business teams.

Benefits:

• Base pay range per year: $150,000 - $200,000.
• Transparent pay structure based on factors like location, experience, and job-related skills.
• Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and tech spending, along with 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental, and vision for employees and dependents.
• Eligibility for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc.
• Remote-first company with competitive benefits, including health care coverage, flexible spending wallets, generous time off, and an employee stock purchase plan.