204K–290K USD / year
Manager, Software Engineering (Marketplace Performance)
BackendRemote — us
Published on 2026-09-28
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About this role
As a Manager of Software Engineering, you will set technical strategy and lead a team focused on developing Affirm's new ads platform. The role involves collaboration across various teams to drive consumer insights and system components, ensuring high availability and quality in backend systems.
About the company
Affirm offers buy now, pay later financing that lets consumers split purchases into transparent installment payments at checkout. It partners with merchants to provide flexible credit options without late fees.
The team
Marketplace Performance team
Stack
PythonKotlinAWSMySQLSparkKubernetesReact
What you'll do
- Set technical strategy for the team
- Collaborate across product development lifecycle
- Act as a force-multiplier for the team
- Ensure team operations and availability
- Foster a culture of quality and ownership
- Develop talent on the team
What we're looking for
- 8+ years of experience in backend systems
- Experience with distributed systems
- 2+ years in Ad Tech or related platforms
- Skilled in delivering major features and system components
- Strong communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience with consumer experiences using UI frameworks
- Familiarity with system architecture
Benefits
- 100% medical coverage for employees and dependents
- Monthly tech stipends
- Flexible time off
- Employee stock purchase plan