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full-timeManager, Software Engineering (app Infrastructure)
Affirm · Remote US
Affirm is a financial technology company that provides transparent, predictable payment solutions for consumers. As an Engineering Manager for the App Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for defining the technical vision and roadmap for the company's mobile platforms. This role involves leading a team of senior engineers to develop the architecture, tooling, and processes that enable other engineering teams to build and ship high-quality iOS and Android features with increased velocity. You will balance hands-on technical contributions with leadership responsibilities, ensuring mobile applications remain performant, reliable, and scalable as the user base grows. Success in this position requires the ability to drive alignment across cross-functional teams, including product, design, and engineering leadership. This role is well-suited for an experienced engineering leader with a strong background in mobile development, specifically using React Native, and a proven track record of scaling consumer-facing mobile applications to support millions of active users. Candidates should possess deep technical judgment regarding app architecture and quality, combined with the ability to mentor and grow high-performing engineering teams in a remote-first environment.
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. About the Engineering Team The Engineering team builds systems that power Affirm’s mission. We take pride in our craft, building reliable, performant, and scalable solutions that touch every part of the business. Whether we’re enabling new ways to pay, ensuring our platforms can scale to the most demanding levels in the industry, or developing seamless servicing experiences, our focus is on solving complex problems through exceptional engineering. About the Role The App Infra team at Affirm empowers other engineering teams to deliver delightful iOS and Android mobile app experiences to our customers. As the Engineering Manager for the App Infra team, you will own the app architecture, building blocks, and processes that make it easy for Affirm engineers to build user-facing features for our mobile apps with high velocity and quality. What You’ll Do Define and drive the vision and roadmap for Mobile App Infrastructure Engineering at Affirm, focusing on app architecture, developer productivity, app reliability, performance, and industry best practices. Lead and grow a team of senior engineers building a mobile app platform and tooling that empowers other Affirm engineers to ship reliable, performant, user-facing features with high velocity. Build trust and drive alignment across engineering, product, design, and leadership on cross-team efforts. Make hands-on technical contributions on a regular basis. What We Look For You have 5+ years of hands-on mobile app and web engineering experience, including 3+ years working with React Native and 3+ years managing and growing engineering teams. You have transformed how mobile or web applications were built at a company. You have built and delivered new consumer-facing mobile apps end to end. You have scaled at least one mobile app to more than 1 million monthly active users. You have a proven track record of building alignment and driving outcomes across teams in complex environments without direct authority. You have the technical judgment required to guide architecture, quality, and reliability decisions. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance customer needs, business goals, and technical constraints. You are a humble, team-first leader who builds a high-trust team culture. You possess exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational influence skills. This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Pay Grade - P Equity Grade - 13 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: $230,000 - $290,000 USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $204,000 - $264,000 #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. By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and consent to the use of your personal information as described.
| Role | Manager, Software Engineering (app Infrastructure) |
|---|---|
| Company | Affirm |
| Location | Remote US |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-13 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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0/4Manager, Software Engineering (app Infrastructure) at Affirm: frequently asked questions
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