Staff Software Engineer, ML Platform
Flock SafetyFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
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The role requires 2+ years of experience designing, developing and launching backend systems at scale using languages like Python or Kotlin.
Candidates need a track record of developing highly available distributed systems using technologies like AWS, MySQL and Kubernetes.
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The role requires strong verbal and written communication skills, taking ownership of growth by seeking feedback, and experience leading engineers through ambiguity while fostering a culture of quality and ownership.
Provides buy now, pay later financing solutions
Affirm offers point-of-sale financing solutions as an alternative to traditional credit cards. It allows consumers to make purchases and pay over time through installment plans, often without hidden fees or deferred interest. Affirm partners with merchants to integrate its payment solutions into online and in-store shopping experiences, using user-friendly plugins and APIs. The company generates revenue from interest and fees on loans to consumers, as well as fees from merchants for offering its financing options. Affirm also provides a merchant dashboard for transaction processing and promotional tools to help businesses market these financing options effectively. The goal of Affirm is to empower consumers with flexible payment options while providing value to merchants in the e-commerce and retail markets.