Software Engineer II, Backend

Summary

Join Affirm's Virtual Cards (VCN) Platform Engineering team and participate in the design, development, and deployment of software systems and applications that power Affirm's one-time-use card products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, write efficient code in languages like Java, Python, or C++, optimize existing code, and troubleshoot technical issues. Develop innovative solutions, implement testing processes, and work with tech leads and product teams. Participate in Agile development practices and on-call duties. Affirm offers competitive benefits including 100% subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible spending stipends, and competitive time off.

Requirements

• 1.5+ years of experience in software development or engineering
• Builds trust and confidence with peers
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or similar
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of database systems (SQL, NoSQL), web frameworks, and RESTful API development
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, DevOps)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, development, and deployment of software systems and applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and architecture
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or others as required
• Optimize and refactor existing code to enhance performance and scalability
• Review code, provide feedback, and ensure adherence to best coding practices
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Develop innovative solutions to meet business needs, focusing on robustness, security, and performance
• Implement and manage software testing and quality assurance processes
• Work closely with tech leads and cross-functional partners in product managers, designers, and analytics to deliver high-quality products
• Participate in Agile development practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Participate in on-call duties to support our application with the goal of reducing mean time to detection and mean time to resolution of incidents

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Checkout or checkout related products and UX
• Background in fintech and financial services

Benefits

• Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
• Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
• Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
• ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount