Software Engineer I, Fullstack (Search)

Affirm
United States
RemoteCareer-pivot friendly

In the 12 months to 30 Jun 2026, Affirm filed 18 H-1B positions titled "Software Engineer II". Source: U.S. Department of Labor, LCA disclosure data. A record of filings already made, not a commitment to sponsor.

Who this role is best for

Geared toward mid-level engineers comfortable with fullstack development and business-aligned problem-solving, with a focus on remote work and cross-team collaboration.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with fullstack experience in JavaScript/TypeScript and backend development in Python or Kotlin
    — “You have previous work or internship experience working with Javascript/Typescript.”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and can manage cross-functional stakeholder engagement
    — “You will work collaboratively and proactively with your team and stakeholders, bringing them along for your work.”
  • Candidates who value system reliability and can balance speed and quality in their work
    — “You will strike the right balance of speed and quality in your work, ensuring that we hit our business goals while protecting our systems from downtime.”

Things to consider

  • New hires are typically placed at the start of the pay range, which may reflect entry-level expectations.
    — “Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range.”
  • In-person onboarding is required, though most work can be done remotely.
    — “All new hires will be invited to attend an in-person onboarding experience.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience writing clear, well-tested, and extensible code in your projects.
    — “executing on it by writing clear, easily understood, well tested and extensible code.”
  • Showcase your ability to debug and contribute to large codebases through specific examples.
    — “You are comfortable navigating a large code base, debugging others' code.”
  • Emphasize proactive communication and feedback-seeking in your professional background.
    — “Your experience demonstrates that you take ownership of your growth, proactively seeking feedback.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • high-quality code contributions
  • successful project launches
  • effective stakeholder communication
Typical background
software engineeringfullstack development

Skills & requirements

Required

Javascript/typescriptPython/kotlinBackend DevelopmentFrontend DevelopmentCode Quality Assurance

Preferred

Search Engine Optimization

Stack & domain

JavaScriptTypeScriptPythonKotlinBackend SystemsCode ReviewsCommunicationCollaborationOwnershipFullstack DevelopmentSearch

About the role

Original posting from Affirm via Greenhouse

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.

Search has become the default way consumers discover where to shop, compare options, and decide what to buy across platforms like Google, TikTok, and even Klarna. As we build a new Ads business and evolve Marketplace into a best in class shopping experience, improving search is one of our highest leverage investments to create an experience users choose and merchants want to invest in.

What You'll Do

With the support of your team, you will work on tasks that contribute to the team's projects and goals.

You will work collaboratively and proactively with your team and stakeholders, bringing them along for your work and helping to create visibility and dialog regarding the risks and trade-offs related to your work.

You will strike the right balance of speed and quality in your work, ensuring that we hit our business goals while protecting our systems from downtime.

You will contribute to a sense of community on your team by engaging in growth and development activities.

What We Look For

You have previous work or internship experience working with Javascript/Typescript.

You have previous work or internship experience designing, developing and launching backend systems at scale and are experienced using Python or Kotlin.

You have mastered taking a simple problem or business scenario into a solution that interacts with multiple software components, and executing on it by writing clear, easily understood, well tested and extensible code.

You are comfortable navigating a large code base, debugging others' code, and providing feedback to other engineers through code reviews.

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.

This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Base Pay Grade - J

Equity Grade - 5

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: $130,000 - $180,000

USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $115,000 - $165,000

#LI-Remote

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.

For positions based in San Francisco or Los Angeles: Affirm considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, as required by law.

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Source: Affirm careers (Greenhouse)

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