{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/affirm/jobs/7749580003","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5771108003,"location":{"name":"Remote US"},"metadata":[{"id":4128552003,"name":"External Department","value":"Engineering","value_type":"single_select"},{"id":28890347003,"name":"PERM Job?","value":false,"value_type":"yes_no"}],"id":7749580003,"updated_at":"2026-08-12T15:12:11-04:00","requisition_id":"JR103979","title":"Staff Software Engineer (Continuous Integration)","company_name":"Affirm","first_published":"2026-05-27T17:02:45-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;We are seeking a seasoned \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Staff Engineer\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; to help drive our \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Continuous Integration (CI) \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;team. This role is critical in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and efficiency of our development pipelines, enabling engineers across the company to ship high-quality software quickly and confidently. The Staff Engineer will help drive the design, implementation, and optimization of systems that support automated testing, build orchestration, and deployment.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What you’ll do\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Systems \u0026amp;amp; Operations\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own the design, scalability, and reliability of build and pipelines across multiple services and platforms.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ensure fast, reliable feedback cycles for developers by optimizing build times, test coverage, and reporting.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Implement monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes for CI systems to minimize downtime.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collaboration \u0026amp;amp; Enablement\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work closely with across engineering to ensure smooth integrations and deployment workflows.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Identify developer pain points and lead initiatives to improve productivity through tooling, automation, and best practices.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Evangelize CI/CD practices across the organization to raise engineering efficiency standards.\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Leadership \u0026amp;amp; Strategy\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Contribute to and help drive the vision for continuous integration and developer productivity infrastructure.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead and mentor other CI engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and technical excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with engineering leadership to align CI systems with broader product and platform goals.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What we look for\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proven experience driving and leading engineering efforts in CI, build systems, or developer productivity domains.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong background in modern build systems (e.g. GitHub, Buildkite, Artifactory).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Familiarity with cloud-native environments (AWS, Kubernetes) and infrastructure-as-code practices.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Solid programming background (Python, Kotlin, Java, or similar) and ability to guide technical decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance long-term vision with short-term impact.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency with managing build systems and frameworks for large monorepos\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Active contributor to open source projects or previous experience with large-scale software development at a leading tech company is a plus.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;About You:\u0026lt;/h2\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You are driven by a passion for CI/CD and possess a deep commitment to enhancing developer experiences.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You excel in a collaborative team setting, valuing diverse perspectives and contributions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;You are proactive, taking initiative to solve complex systems challenges and drive impact across the organization.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrates curiosity about AI tools and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn and leverage them to enhance productivity, collaboration, or decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p class=\u0026quot;p-small\u0026quot; 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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.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;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.)\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $230,000 - $290,000\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $204,000 - $264,000\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;#LI-Remote\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Remote-first with flexibility built in\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Benefits designed for you\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here are a few highlights:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their dependents.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Spending stipends: Monthly stipends support your tech setup, and the ability to choose health and wellness options that are right for you.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Time off to recharge: Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars help you rest when you need to.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own a piece of what you build: Our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets you buy Affirm stock at a discount.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;We’re committed to providing an inclusive interview process, including accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, we’re happy to help.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;For positions based in San Francisco or Los Angeles: Affirm considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, as required by law.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;By clicking \u0026quot;Submit Application,\u0026quot; you acknowledge that you have read Affirm\u0026#39;s\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.affirm.com/global-candidate-privacy-notice\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Global Candidate Privacy Notice\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt; and consent to the use of your personal information as described.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4041949003,"name":"Infrastructure Platform Eng","child_ids":[],"parent_id":4005044003}],"offices":[{"id":4022513003,"name":"Remote Canada","location":null,"child_ids":[],"parent_id":4025301003},{"id":4013021003,"name":"Remote US","location":null,"child_ids":[],"parent_id":4025301003}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":false,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}