Software Engineer II, Full-Stack (Marketplace Performance)

About the Role

The role is part of the Direct to Consumer organization, which emphasizes the importance of dependable features for the marketplace. With a focus on curiosity, ownership, and empathy for customers, the team strives to make it faster and easier for shoppers to find what they need. You will be working in a dynamic environment where your contributions can significantly impact the user experience and the company's mission.

What You Will Do

• Break down larger projects into individual tasks and deliver them in multiple phases, collaborating with your team's tech lead and manager to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with peers and stakeholders throughout the product development lifecycle, engaging in ideation, articulating technical constraints, and partnering on decisions that consider risks and trade-offs.
• Support the operations and availability of your team's artifacts by creating and monitoring metrics, escalating issues when needed, and supporting 'keep the lights on' and on-call efforts.
• Contribute to a sense of community on your team by participating in growth and development activities, such as the interview process.
• Design, develop, and launch APIs at scale using languages like Python or Kotlin, ensuring they are scalable and meet the team's performance standards.
• Ship web apps using declarative UI frameworks like React or Vue, focusing on delivering high-quality user experiences.
• Navigate a large code base, debug others' code, and provide feedback to other engineers through code reviews, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Take ownership of your growth, proactively seeking feedback from your team, manager, and stakeholders to improve your skills and contributions.

What We Are Looking For

• A total of 1.5+ years of experience as a software engineer, with a proven track record of shipping web apps and developing APIs.
• Experience with declarative UI frameworks like React or Vue, and languages like Python or Kotlin for API development.
• The ability to take a simple problem or business scenario and turn it into a solution that interacts with multiple software components, executing on it by writing clear, easily understood, well-tested, and extensible code.
• Comfort navigating a large code base, debugging others' code, and providing feedback to other engineers through code reviews.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills that support effective collaboration with a global engineering team.
• A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization technologies like Docker.

Nice to Have

• Experience with machine learning or data analytics, particularly in the context of marketplace performance optimization.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices, ensuring the security of developed applications.
• Participation in open-source projects or personal coding initiatives that demonstrate your passion for software development.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive base pay, with a range that considers location, experience, and job-related skills.
• Equity rewards as part of a total compensation package, aligning your interests with the company's growth.
• Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and tech spending, supporting your personal and professional development.
• 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, ensuring your well-being.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration.
• Flexible working hours and remote work arrangements, allowing you to balance your work and personal life effectively.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, enabling you to stay at the forefront of software engineering.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, mentorship, and career advancement pathways.

• Tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight your experience with backend development, API design, and web app shipping, ensuring your application stands out.
• Prepare to discuss specific projects where you've applied software engineering principles to solve complex problems, showcasing your technical expertise.
• Showcase your ability to work collaboratively, highlighting instances where you've effectively partnered with cross-functional teams to deliver products or features.
• Be ready to explain your code and design decisions, demonstrating a deep understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Research the company culture and be prepared to discuss how your values and approach to software engineering align with Affirm's mission and principles.
• Practice whiteboarding exercises to improve your ability to articulate technical concepts and design solutions on the spot, a common aspect of technical interviews.