[Hiring] Senior Director, Technical Programs @Affirm

Role Description

Reporting directly to our VP of Technical Programs and Operations, the Senior Director will be responsible for leading the Technical Program Management function to enhance the development and operation of Affirm’s broad set of financial products. The scope of the Technical Program Management function includes:

• Defining, building, and executing company and organization-wide planning.
• Goal setting and cross-functional program delivery.
• Results tracking, serving as a critical component of the Technology organization's operating and delivery cadence.

As the Senior Director of Technical Program Management, you will:

• Drive large-scale change and transformation across the organization.
• Lead and influence the senior leadership team in strategic planning.
• Develop company and organization-wide OKRs.
• Ensure planning integrates with all functions across Affirm including Finance, Revenue, and Legal.
• Lead multiple technical program management teams while driving strategic alignment across Product, Engineering, Information Security, and Analytics senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities, design and implement robust change management processes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop scalable frameworks and strengthen organization-wide communication.
• Actively develop and grow key talent and evolve the organization as new opportunities arise.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years experience in engineering, product or program management of technically complex products.
• Strong technical background with a deep understanding of software development processes and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently develop a comprehensive strategy.
• Experience influencing across an organization of 1000+ technical contributors.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and consulting skills.
• Morally aligned with our vision and mission.
• Extremely data-oriented and analytical.
• Strategic and dynamic mindset to drive strategy.
• Results driven and forward-thinking with the ability to problem-solve complex issues.
• Thrives in a fast-paced and innovative environment.
• Experience in high-growth, technology-driven companies, with an interest in financial services preferred.

Requirements

• Develop and execute organizational processes that are both scalable and agile.
• Define and continuously improve the planning processes.
• Drive the adoption of new processes and technologies across the organization.
• Act as a consultant and coach, providing strategic insights and recommendations.
• Enhance internal communication strategies.
• Define strategic roadmap and set expectations.
• Partner closely with Technology Senior Leadership.
• Optimize for efficiency and enhance visibility into the development lifecycle.
• Develop a high-performing team by defining talent needs and building a diverse team.

Benefits

• Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents.
• Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses.
• Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge.
• ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount.

Company Description

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.