Senior Software Engineer for Database Infrastructure

1 day ago

Calgary, AB, Canada Kibbi Remote Full-time $153,000 - $213,000 Contract
Drive impactful data solutions at Affirm as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in database architecture. This remote-first role emphasizes large-scale database design and automation. As a key member of the Data and Storage Services team, you will bring 5+ years of software engineering expertise to build and operate distributed SQL databases. Your responsibilities include enhancing database reliability, automating control plane functions, and participating in technical decision-making. You'll work alongside talented peers to shape the strategic direction of database technologies and improve performance throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
• Architect and scale relational and distributed SQL databases
• Automate provisioning, failover, backups, and upgrades
• Design zero-downtime schema and data migrations
• Lead quarterly goals while supporting your team
• Foster collaboration with product management and design

Requirements:
• 5+ years in software engineering
• Expertise in Python, Kubernetes, MySQL, and Terraform
• Hands-on experience with production database deployments
• Familiarity with ProxySQL and connection management
• Proven experience with database performance optimization Your technical leadership will drive efficiency and innovation at Affirm.