Affirm - Senior Software Engineer, Back-end (Fraud)
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Responsibilities
• You will own and deliver quarterly goals for your team, leading engineers through ambiguity to solve open-ended problems, and ensuring that everyone is supported throughout delivery. • You will design and implement real-time fraud decisioning services and APIs in Python or Kotlin, extending Affirm's Fraud Decisioning System to markets beyond the US. • You will build and evolve the platform and tooling that let Affirm launch fraud decisioning in a new country quickly—turning market-by-market setup (rules, models, and vendor configuration) into a repeatable, low-friction path so launches scale sub-linearly with the number of markets. • You will integrate region-specific fraud and risk vendors and help operationalize the machine learning and AI signals that power real-time decisioning, while using modern AI tooling to move faster as an engineer. • You will support peers and stakeholders across the product development lifecycle - collaborating with Product, Machine Learning, Analytics, and Fraud Strategy, articulating technical constraints, and partnering on decisions that properly weigh risks and trade-offs. • You will support the operations and availability of your team's systems by creating and monitoring metrics, escalating when needed, and contributing to keep-the-lights-on and on-call efforts. • You will foster a culture of quality and ownership - setting and improving code review and design standards, mentoring teammates, and leading by example. • What We Look For • What We Look For • 5+ years of experience building backend systems at scale using Python or Kotlin. • Experience with distributed systems and infrastructure using AWS, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and Kubernetes. • Strong system design skills and a track record of delivering maintainable, extensible services. • Fluency with AI-driven engineering - every Affirm engineer builds with tools like Claude Code and most PRs are co-authored with AI, so directing and orchestrating AI and excelling in the reviewer's seat (setting intent, critically evaluating generated code, and owning its correctness, quality, and security) is a core expectation. • Proficiency in SQL and working with data-rich environments. • Familiarity with CI/CD practices and safe production deployments. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in distributed teams. • A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a focus on learning and team success. • Experience with Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, or Chronosphere (nice to have) • Background in fraud prevention, risk systems, or real-time decisioning (nice to have) • Experience building for multiple markets or regions - internationalization or localization (nice to have) • Experience working in the fintech sector or other highly regulated environments, with a strong understanding of risk, compliance, and operational constraints. (nice to have)
Benefits
• We believe the people building honest financial products at Affirm should share in its success. That's why our total rewards are designed to support your health, growth, financial well-being, and future. • In service of our mission, we reward employees through a combination of base pay, equity (from parent company), and comprehensive benefits. • Base Pay Grade - N • Base Pay Grade • POL base pay range per year: 308,000 zł - 428,000 zł • 308,000 zł - 428,000 zł • Base pay ranges and placement within those ranges are determined based on several factors, including role, experience, and job-related skills. • In addition to base pay, all employees in this role are eligible to receive equity from the parent company each year. This means as Affirm’s parent company grows, employees have the opportunity to share in that growth financially. • Equity Grade - 4 (awarded in US Dollars) • Affirm Holdings, Inc. Equity Grade example • Equity grade: 4New hire equity: $32,000-$48,000Annual Refresh: $10,000Reward equity: $0-$150,000 • Equity grade: 4 • New hire equity: $32,000-$48,000 • Annual Refresh: $10,000 • Reward equity: $0-$150,000 • Affirm also provides flexible spending wallets to all employees for technology and wellbeing related needs, which are reimbursable up to 1390 zł per month. • In addition to your compensation, our comprehensive benefits are designed to support you and the people who matter most. Benefits include: • Competitive paid time off, paid public holidays, and additional paid Away Days to rest and recharge. • Comprehensive private healthcare through Lux Med's Platinum package. • A MultiSport card to support your health and well-being. • Learning and development programs to help you grow professionally. • Family healthcare support through Maven and parental leave support through Parentaly. • Mental well-being support through Lyra, including up to 12 confidential counseling or coaching sessions each year for you and your household members. • Financial well-being support through Northstar, with unlimited access to Certified. • Financial Advisors and planning tools at no cost to you. • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection and inclusion. • Eligibility for creative tax benefits, subject to applicable law, role, and company policy. • Location - Remote Poland • The majority of our roles can be located anywhere in Poland. • *This job description is not a contractual document, and is not intended to have binding force.** • #LI-Remote • Remote-first with flexibility built inAffirm 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. • Remote-first with flexibility built in • Benefits designed for youOur 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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