Staff Software Engineer (Privacy Engineering & Storage Service)
Overview
Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest. At Affirm, we are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions that ensure the privacy and security of our users while managing scalable, reliable storage services.
Job Description
At Affirm, we are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions that ensure the privacy and security of our users while managing scalable, reliable storage services. Our mission is to build systems that protect user data integrity and privacy, all while delivering seamless storage solutions that support our rapid growth and evolving product landscape. We believe in creating a transparent and secure environment for our users, where privacy is not just a feature but a fundamental right. Join us in our mission to safeguard our users' data and build the next generation of storage services.
Responsibilities
- - Architect and implement scalable systems to ensure user data privacy and efficient storage solutions
- - Build tools and frameworks that empower teams to create secure and privacy-compliant applications
- - Work closely with Security, Product, Legal, and Infrastructure teams to ensure that privacy and storage solutions meet all necessary compliance and performance requirements
- - Lead and participate in cross-team initiatives focused on enhancing our privacy and data protection capabilities
- - Stay ahead of industry trends in privacy engineering and storage technologies
- - Drive the adoption of best practices and innovative approaches within the team
- - Improve the quality standards and development processes within the team
- - Ensure that all solutions are reliable, maintainable, and scalable
- - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
- - Participate in an on-call rotation as a requirement
Required Skills
- - 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on privacy, security, or storage systems
- - Working understanding of data protection laws, regulations and best practices including expertise in GDPR compliance an asset
- - Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Kotlin, or Java
- - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and database technologies
- - Deep understanding of encryption, data masking, and other privacy-preserving technologies
- - Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and mentoring engineers
- - Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and influence technical decisions across teams
- - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex privacy and storage challenges
- - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- - Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Benefits
- - Flexible Spending Wallets for tech, food and lifestyle
- - Away Days - wellness days to take off work and recharge
- - Learning & Development programs
- - Parental leave
- - Employee Resource & Community Groups
- - Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
- - 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
About the company
We started Affirm because credit cards aren’t working. They lure us in with perks, but end up costing a lot: The average U.S. household has $6,000 in credit card debt. With Affirm, you’ll never owe more than you agree to up front. Instead, you’ll always get a flexible, transparent, and convenient way to pay over time.