AffirmFinancial Platforms - EngineeringRemote

Senior Software Engineer, Back-end, (Repayment Scheduling)

Remote SpainFull-timeSenior€86,000 – €122,000
Posted Aug 12, 2026Deadline: Keep Open
Job SnapshotActively hiring
LocationRemote Spain
Job typeFull-time
Salary€86,000 – €122,000
DeadlineKeep Open

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Experience level
Senior
Work style
Remote
Visa sponsorship
Not specified
Salary
€86,000 – €122,000
Key skills
PythonMySQLRESTAWSKubernetesPaymentsProduct ManagementAgile

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What you'll own

Own and deliver quarterly goals for the Repayment Scheduling team, lead engineers through ambiguous problems, and maintain the availability of payment orchestration services, including on‑call responsibilities.

What they're looking for

4+ years of backend engineering experience with Python or Kotlin, building highly available distributed systems on AWS, MySQL, and Kubernetes, plus strong communication and a track record of technical ownership.

Why this role matters

The team powers automated payments for over 20 million users, handling up to $40 B in annual transactions, directly impacting customers’ financial wellbeing and the company’s core business.

Fintech requirements

Visa sponsorship: No
Work arrangement: remote

About this role

At Affirm, we exist for the moments that matter—giving people a clear, predictable way to pay over time, with no hidden fees, no surprises, and no tradeoffs on what matters most.

The Repayment Scheduling engineering team is growing rapidly, and we're looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Backend development. We're a Backend team located entirely in Europe within the same time zone, but culturally rooted in Silicon Valley. We build and own the system that enables our users to automate their payments, at a scale of up to $40B each year. We directly own the configuration and orchestration of those payments. We directly improve the financial lives of over 20 million people, giving them peace of mind that their payments will be made on time.

Our work is agile and fast-paced, shipping new code to production every two-week sprint, and rigorously measuring the impact it has on our users' lives and company financials. This role rewards curiosity, ownership, and a builder's mindset. You'll know exactly what your objectives are, you'll have what you need to hit them, and you'll choose your own path to get there. You'll learn quickly from experienced teammates and grow your craft on problems that matter at scale.

If you want to build something new and operate it at scale – come join us!

What You'll Do

  • You will be responsible for owning and delivering quarterly goals for your team, leading engineers on your team through ambiguity to solve open-ended problems, and ensuring that everyone is supported throughout delivery.
  • You will support your peers and stakeholders in the product development lifecycle by collaborating with product management, design & analytics by participating in ideation, articulating technical constraints, and partnering on decisions that properly consider risks and trade-offs.
  • You will proactively identify project, process, technology or business issues, advocate for them, and lead in solving them.
  • You will support the operations and availability of your team’s artifacts by creating and monitoring metrics, escalating when needed, and supporting “keep the lights on” & on-call efforts.
  • You will foster a culture of quality and ownership on your team by setting or improving code review and design standards for your team, and advocating for them beyond your team through your writing and tech talks.
  • You will help develop talent on your team by providing feedback and guidance, and leading by example.
  • On-Call Rotation - There would be an on-call rotation for this role as a requirement.

 

What We Look For

  • You have 4+ years of experience designing, developing and launching backend systems at scale using languages like Python or Kotlin.
  • You have a track record of developing highly available distributed systems using technologies like AWS, MySQL and Kubernetes.
  • You have experience defining a technical plan for the delivery of a significant feature or system component with an elegant, simple and extensible design. You write high quality code that is easily understood and used by others.
  • You are proficient at making significant changes in a large code base, and have developed a suite of tools and practices that enable you and your team to do so safely.
  • Your experience demonstrates that you take ownership of your growth, proactively seeking feedback from your team, your manager, and your stakeholders.
  • You have strong verbal and written communication skills that support effective collaboration with our global engineering team.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Pay Grade - N

Equity Grade - 4

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 monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents). In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc. (parent company).

ESP base pay range per year: €86,000  -  €122,000    

Additional benefits include:

  • Flexible Spending Wallets for tech, food and lifestyle
  • Away Days - wellness days to take off work and recharge
  • Learning & Development programs
  • Parental benefits
  • Employee Resource & Community Groups

We are able to offer visa sponsorship for this role, but do require that someone is based in Spain for the role.

Location - Remote Spain

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Remote-first with flexibility built in
Affirm 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.

Benefits designed for you
Our 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.

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PythonMySQLRESTAWSKubernetesPaymentsProduct ManagementAgile