Senior Technical Program Manager at Affirm

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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 Technical Program Management team The Technical Program Management team at Affirm operates at the intersection of strategy, product, and engineering execution. We are versatile operators and trusted strategic partners who drive complex initiatives, design our planning engines, and architect operational frameworks that power the technology behind Affirm's business. Guided by our commitment to putting the customer first and pushing the envelope, we elevate how teams collaborate, resolve critical tradeoffs, and turn high-level vision into scalable reality. About the role We're looking for an experienced, motivated Senior Technical Program Manager to oversee high visibility planning programs for our teams and help streamline our processes for building and delivering great customer and merchant products. As our products scale in complexity to meet our accelerating business and expanding product lines, our business and technology process management practices need to scale with it. In this role, you will work closely with engineering, product, analytics, and other cross-functional teams to align efforts with goals, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive change initiatives. What you’ll do Drive complex, multi-disciplinary, and highly visible transformation & operational programs in service of our team’s mission to deliver honest financial products that improve lives Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across the company to drive alignment on strategy, priorities, and key decisions. Implement lean processes and drive towards better ways of working to realize value from planning, ask questions that clarify priorities and push the team to be effective, and build a culture of continuous iteration and improvement Establish and run data-driven operational frameworks to view portfolio performance against OKRs, accelerate value realization by enabling right investment decisions, influence and train teams on more effective ways of working, and create excitement around change to increase adoption Develop communication strategies to ensure critical information flows seamlessly across the organization Partner with cross-functional teams to plan change requirements, identify risks, manage dependencies, and establish tools and forums to drive clarity and efficiency Identify and distill needs, experiment with new ideas to address systemic inefficiencies and bring transparency, visibility, alignment, and promote accountability across the organization What we look for Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience 8 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 Organized and strategic approach to collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams Obsesses over getting the details right but knows how to make tradeoff decisions Strong stakeholder management with Product, Engineering, Design, Analytics, and other cross-functional teams Track record of successfully implementing frameworks at scale and building relationships in a remote friendly culture Excellent communication, interpersonal, and consulting skills Passion and drive to change consumer finance for the better Prior experience in FinTech, Payments or Commerce is a plus. Pay Grade - L Equity Grade - 6 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: $165,000 - $225,000 USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $146,000 - $206,000 #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.

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What you’ll do
Drive complex, multi-disciplinary, and highly visible transformation & operational programs in service of our team’s mission to deliver honest financial products that improve lives
Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across the company to drive alignment on strategy, priorities, and key decisions.
Develop communication strategies to ensure critical information flows seamlessly across the organization
Partner with cross-functional teams to plan change requirements, identify risks, manage dependencies, and establish tools and forums to drive clarity and efficiency
Identify and distill needs, experiment with new ideas to address systemic inefficiencies and bring transparency, visibility, alignment, and promote accountability across the organization
What we look for
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
8 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
Organized and strategic approach to collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams
Obsesses over getting the details right but knows how to make tradeoff decisions
Strong stakeholder management with Product, Engineering, Design, Analytics, and other cross-functional teams
Track record of successfully implementing frameworks at scale and building relationships in a remote friendly culture
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and consulting skills
Passion and drive to change consumer finance for the better
Benefits designed for you Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here are a few highlights:
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.

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Prior experience in FinTech, Payments or Commerce is a plus.

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