A remote Software Development role at Affirm.
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Leverage advanced data analytics to derive insights and optimize credit strategies across products and geographies.
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Partner with Engineering to design and build scalable risk models and credit risk capabilities.
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Monitor portfolio performance and macroeconomic trends that impact loan outcomes; proactively adjust underwriting and marketing strategies to mitigate risk.
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Collaborate closely with Product, Legal, and Compliance teams to interpret evolving regulatory and market requirements across jurisdictions, and translate them into credit policy, underwriting, and product design recommendations.
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Engage and coordinate with external stakeholders — including merchants, vendors, and regulatory bodies — to align credit risk practices, ensure compliance, and strengthen strategic partnerships.
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Oversee the development and execution of credit underwriting frameworks that balance growth, compliance, and risk mitigation goals.
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Drive cross-functional discussions to ensure new product launches and market entries are aligned with risk appetite, operational capabilities, and local regulations.
What we look for
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Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or a related field, and 4+ years of experience (or equivalent senior-level experience)
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Experience setting credit strategy for de novo products using Sandbox data, retrospective studies or archives
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Experience in high-line unsecured lending, especially in the home improvement vertical
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SQL, Python, or other scripting languages
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Data mining, data visualisation, and statistical modeling
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Applying machine learning techniques to credit risk management
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Leveraging advanced analytics to develop and optimise credit strategies
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Monitoring and interpreting model performance metrics across portfolios
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Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives that bridge Product, Legal, Compliance, and Engineering to align credit strategies with regulatory frameworks and business objectives.
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Deep understanding of consumer lending regulations, fair lending principles, and regional market dynamics influencing credit policy and underwriting.
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Ability to translate complex regulatory and economic insights into actionable credit and product strategies.
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Demonstrated success mentoring high-performing analytical teams and driving data-informed decision-making at scale.
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Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across technical and non-technical functions.
Pay Grade - M
Equity Grade - 8
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.
Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $185,000 - $245,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $164,000 - $224,000
#LI-Remote
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:
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
We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
[For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Affirm is a financial technology company that provides "buy now, pay later" payment options. It allows consumers to split purchases into manageable, often interest-free, installments at checkout.
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