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AffirmSoftware Engineer I, Frontend (Upfunnel)
Affirm operates as a financial technology company offering transparent and predictable payment solutions for shoppers without hidden fees or surprise costs. The engineering department develops scalable…
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Affirm operates as a financial technology company offering transparent and predictable payment solutions for shoppers without hidden fees or surprise costs. The engineering department develops scalable and reliable software infrastructure that supports the entire enterprise. Within this division, the Upfunnel group concentrates on crafting pre-checkout functionalities that introduce users to Affirm services directly on merchant web pages. The organization seeks a Software Engineer I, Frontend to join the Upfunnel team…
Job Description
Affirm operates as a financial technology company offering transparent and predictable payment solutions for shoppers without hidden fees or surprise costs. The engineering department develops scalable and reliable software infrastructure that supports the entire enterprise. Within this division, the Upfunnel group concentrates on crafting pre-checkout functionalities that introduce users to Affirm services directly on merchant web pages.
The organization seeks a Software Engineer I, Frontend to join the Upfunnel team on a remote basis in Canada. This position involves developing and enhancing high-traffic browser experiences, including Affirm.js, promotional displays, testing frameworks, and internal developer tools. Suitable candidates are collaborative problem-solvers who can balance delivery speed with system stability while working alongside cross-functional teams.
New hires typically start at the bottom of the designated pay scale, which is determined by factors such as geographical location, prior experience, and relevant skills. The position is remote-first and open exclusively to individuals living in specific Canadian provinces, including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, or Saskatchewan. Participants may occasionally need to travel for an in-person onboarding program.
Responsibilities
- Build and enhance high-traffic web interfaces across Affirm.js, promotional features, experimentation tools, and developer utilities
- Partner proactively with team members and stakeholders to communicate project progress and address potential technical trade-offs
- Balance delivery speed and code quality to achieve business objectives while preventing service interruptions
- Maintain dependable cross-browser operations using browser debugging, performance monitoring, metrics, and automated testing utilities
- Participate in team operational duties and engage in professional growth activities
Requirements
- Prior work or internship background building web applications using declarative user interface libraries such as React or Vue
- Previous practical experience or internships utilizing JavaScript or TypeScript
- Ability to transform standard business scenarios into modular, extensible, and well-tested code solutions
- Capability to navigate extensive codebases, perform code reviews, and debug work authored by others
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for cooperating with a global engineering organization
Core Skills
Benefits
- Full coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for staff members and their dependents
- Monthly allowances covering technology setup along with health and wellness expenses
- Flexible time off combined with holiday schedules
- Employee stock purchase plan providing discounted company stock
- Pay grade J and equity grade CAN 4 with an annual base salary range between 101,000 and 151,000 Canadian Dollars
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position fully remote?
Yes, this role is remote-first, though it is exclusively open to candidates residing in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, or Saskatchewan. New hires may also be invited to an in-person onboarding experience.
What is the salary range for this role?
The annual base pay range for Canadian candidates is between 101,000 and 151,000 CAD, with incoming employees typically starting at the lower end of the scale.
What technical background is required?
Applicants must have prior work or internship experience building web applications with declarative UI frameworks like React or Vue, as well as experience using JavaScript or TypeScript.
What benefits are included?
Affirm provides fully subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, monthly stipends for technology and wellness, flexible time off, and an employee stock purchase plan.
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