Senior Technical Program Manager

Affirm

Senior Technical Program Manager scaling planning, transformation, and operational programs for Affirm’s buy-now-pay-later platform. Aligning engineering, product, analytics, and cross-functional teams.

Posted 9/2/2026full-timeRemote • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$128,000 - CA$188,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex transformation and operational programs, with a strong focus on implementing data-driven frameworks and lean processes. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive change management in technology-focused environments.

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Program ManagementChange ManagementStakeholder ManagementData-Driven Decision MakingLean Process Implementation

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Hard Skills

Software Development ProcessesOperational FrameworksOKR AssessmentRisk ManagementProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsConsulting SkillsOrganizational SkillsStrategic Collaboration

Industry Keywords

FinTechPaymentsCommerceCross-Functional CollaborationRemote Friendly Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive complex, multi-disciplinary, and highly visible transformation and operational programs
Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align strategy, priorities, and key decisions
Implement lean processes and improve ways of working
Establish and run data-driven operational frameworks to assess portfolio performance against OKRs
Enable investment decisions, influence and train teams on effective ways of working, and increase adoption of change
Develop communication strategies for seamless information flow across the organization
Plan change requirements, identify risks, manage dependencies, and establish tools and forums for clarity and efficiency
Identify and address systemic inefficiencies while promoting transparency, visibility, alignment, and accountability

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
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
Prior experience in FinTech, Payments or Commerce is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity rewards may be included in the total compensation package
Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and tech spending
100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and dependents
Dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Generous stipends for Technology, Food, Lifestyle needs, and family-forming expenses
Competitive vacation and holiday schedules
Employee stock purchase plan enabling employees to buy Affirm shares at a discount
Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process