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Staff Software Engineer

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AffiniPay

AffiniPay

201-500 employees

Payment processing solutions for professionals

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$115k - $170kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Options

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Agile
Python
UI/UX Design
MySQL
SQL
Postgres
Quality Assurance (QA)
SCRUM
Development Operations (DevOps)
Django
Requirements
  • BS in Computer Science or related field
  • 7+ years of experience designing, implementing, monitoring, and debugging large-scale solutions in cloud-based environments
  • Experience building and deploying production-grade web applications at scale
  • Familiar with LEAN product development and Agile frameworks - Scrum or Kanban
  • Experience building robust and resilient applications with event-based, microservices architecture
  • Expert in Python and Django Framework (or equivalent)
  • Strong understanding of SOLID design principles and design patterns
  • Strong understanding with SQL, and familiarity with databases such as Postgres or MySql
  • Strong teamwork and documentation skills
Responsibilities
  • Lead the team in technical decisions, providing guidance and expertise in software architecture, design patterns, and best practices
  • Design and implement scalable applications in a MVC (Django) environment while leveraging best practices and modern technologies like (e.g. Kubernetes)
  • Collaborate with Product to proactively consider trade-offs, identify risks to timelines, consider where we can improve as a team in order to deliver business outcomes
  • Mentor and coach other software engineers, fostering their professional growth and development
  • Collaborate with product managers and UX to design to ship innovative solutions that serve our customers’ needs
  • Support software deployments, including debugging, troubleshooting, and coordination with DevOps and QA Engineers
  • Collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate technical solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Lead team meetings including sprint planning, grooming, and retros, ensuring effective communication and coordination within the team
  • Drive technology initiatives within the team and product to maintain application performance, scalability and sustainability
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously learning and evolving your skills to drive innovation and excellence within the team
  • Provide technical expertise to the broader engineering group to help drive positive results and outcomes

AffiniPay provides payment solutions specifically designed for professionals in various industries, including legal, accounting, design, and associations. Its main products, such as LawPay and CPACharge, offer customized payment processing systems that help clients manage transactions securely and efficiently. These solutions streamline payment processes, improve cash flow, and enhance the client experience by ensuring compliance with industry standards. Unlike many general payment processors, AffiniPay focuses solely on the needs of professional services, making it a trusted partner for firms that handle sensitive financial information. The company's goal is to provide secure and efficient payment processing while generating revenue through transaction and subscription fees.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The significant investment from Genstar Capital and continued support from TA Associates positions AffiniPay for accelerated growth and innovation.
  • AffiniPay's expansion into Puerto Rico and the success of its Pay Later solution demonstrate its commitment to broadening its market reach and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Recognition of CEO Dru Armstrong as one of the most influential women in fintech highlights strong leadership and positive industry impact.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in fintech and payment solutions is intense, with larger players potentially eroding AffiniPay's market share.
  • The company's reliance on transaction and subscription fees means that any economic downturn affecting professional services could impact revenue.

What makes AffiniPay unique

  • AffiniPay specializes in providing tailored payment solutions for professional services, unlike broader payment processors that serve a wide range of industries.
  • Their focus on security and compliance is particularly crucial for clients handling sensitive financial information, setting them apart from less specialized competitors.
  • AffiniPay's suite of industry-specific products like LawPay and CPACharge offers customized solutions that directly address the unique needs of legal and accounting professionals.