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AffirmSenior Technical Program Manager
Affirm operates as a financial technology company offering clear and predictable ways for consumers to pay over time without hidden fees or surprises. The organization is…
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Affirm operates as a financial technology company offering clear and predictable ways for consumers to pay over time without hidden fees or surprises. The organization is currently seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to join its remote team and oversee high-visibility planning initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of product, engineering, and strategy execution. The chosen professional will streamline building and delivery processes for customer and merchant products while…
Job Description
Affirm operates as a financial technology company offering clear and predictable ways for consumers to pay over time without hidden fees or surprises. The organization is currently seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to join its remote team and oversee high-visibility planning initiatives.
This role sits at the intersection of product, engineering, and strategy execution. The chosen professional will streamline building and delivery processes for customer and merchant products while scaling operational frameworks alongside the growing business. Responsibilities include running data-driven portfolio performance frameworks, managing multi-disciplinary transformation programs, and establishing effective communication channels across cross-functional groups.
The position is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented strategist with a strong technical background in software development processes. Candidates should excel at stakeholder management across product, engineering, design, and analytics teams while maintaining a remote-friendly working culture.
Affirm functions as a remote-first company where most positions can be performed from almost anywhere within the country of employment, though new hires will attend an in-person onboarding experience. Total compensation includes base pay, equity rewards, monthly health, wellness, and technology stipends, and comprehensive benefits featuring fully subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents.
Responsibilities
- Drive complex, multi-disciplinary, and highly visible transformation and operational programs
- Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to align on strategy, priorities, and key decisions
- Implement lean processes and foster continuous iteration and improvement
- Establish and run data-driven operational frameworks to track portfolio performance against OKRs
- Develop communication strategies to ensure seamless information flow across the organization
- Partner with teams to plan change requirements, identify risks, and manage dependencies
- Experiment with new ideas to address systemic inefficiencies and promote accountability
Requirements
- Eight years of proven experience managing programs, processes, and change management in a technology-focused environment
- Strong technical background with a deep understanding of software development processes
- Strong stakeholder management experience working with Product, Engineering, Design, and Analytics teams
- Track record of successfully implementing frameworks at scale and building relationships within a remote-friendly culture
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- Prior experience in FinTech, Payments, or Commerce
Core Skills
Benefits
- 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents
- Dental and vision insurance
- Equity rewards
- Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and technology spending
- Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, Affirm operates as a remote-first company, and this role can be performed from almost anywhere within the country of employment. New hires are invited to attend an in-person onboarding experience.
What is the salary range for this role?
The annual base pay range for U.S. states CA, WA, NY, NJ, and CT is $165,000 to $225,000. For all other U.S. states, the base pay range is $146,000 to $206,000.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have eight years of proven experience managing programs, processes, and change management in a technology-focused environment, along with a strong technical background in software development processes.
What education is required?
The posting requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
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