Senior Manager, Software Engineering (Data & Storage Services)
Software Development
WFA Digital Insight
As remote work continues to redefine tech leadership, roles like this Senior Manager position at Affirm underscore the growing demand for skilled professionals who can navigate complex data and storage systems. With the rise of digital payments, expertise in managing scalable solutions is highly sought after. Before applying, candidates should consider their ability to lead with empathy, drive technical strategy, and thrive in ambiguous environments, setting them apart in a market where demand for skilled engineering leaders has seen significant growth.
Job Description
About the Role
The Data and Storage Services team at Affirm is responsible for handling all data requirements, from online checkout databases to batch orchestration, streaming infrastructure, and analytics tools. The team's mission is to provide trustworthy, intuitive, and cost-efficient solutions for data storage, analysis, and transformation at scale.Responsibilities
- Lead a team of engineers and managers to develop frameworks, systems, and tools for new Affirm products.
- Oversee teams managing storage services, including relational and key-value storage infrastructure and tools at scale.
- Understand and drive business and engineering metrics, promoting a culture of reliability, security, and productivity.
- Collaborate with tech leads, program managers, and other engineering managers on security, tools, architecture, planning, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects.
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of data storage solutions and their scalability to stand out in your application.
- Showcase your ability to lead with empathy and drive high-performance teams.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with driving technical decisions and roadmaps in complex environments.
- Highlight any experience with cloud-based storage services and data analytics tools.
- Prepare to talk about how you handle ambiguity and tight deadlines in a leadership role.
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