Affirm
Fintech & PaymentsDirect Greenhouse career site

Lead, Technical Account Management (SMB Merchants)

Pay
$165,000 – $225,000 per year
Location
Remote (US)
Job type
Full-time
Level
Lead / Staff
Experience
5+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
31 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • REST APIs
  • web development
  • B2B customer success

Also useful

  • e-commerce integrations
  • retail solutions

Stated benefits & perks

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision

What you'll do

  • Coach, mentor and develop an awesome group of experienced TAMs who support our SMB merchants.
  • Work closely with our Client Success counterparts to help our network of merchants grow, by not only enabling an efficient time to market, but also by taking better advantage of Affirm's expanding product suite post launch
  • Establish and track team OKRs and goals, establishing proactive action plans for meeting goals when needed
  • Forecast the demand for TAMs and recruit as necessary
  • Technically, you will evaluate new hires on their technical capabilities, handle escalations from your own team, provide guidance to the TAMs on integration solutions, troubleshooting and optimization opportunities, and be seen as an expert by our customers
  • Be a strong internal advocate for our merchants, working cross functionally to make sure their highest priorities are being met

What we look for

  • At least five years in a b2b customer facing technical role and three years as a people manager.
  • A strong technical background in web development technologies and REST APIs, with a computer science degree or professional engineering experience.
  • A great relationship builder who has the ability to quickly build rapport with engineering customers.
  • A fantastic communicator, both when advocating for customers internally and advocating for Affirm externally.
  • Bonus: Experience providing solutions to e-commerce or in-store retailers.
  • This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field

Pay Grade - L

Pay and benefits

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.
  • 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.

About Affirm

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.

In this role you will lead a team of our world class Technical Account Managers (TAMs), representing and supporting our SMB merchants. As the manager, you will oversee a talented team of TAMs who are responsible for the technical success of our SMB merchants post-sale.

You will support and guide your team towards best practice solutions as they advise merchant developers, product teams, and key business partners throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial product integration through expansion and scale.

This team is tasked with not only guiding their merchants to avoid pitfalls, but to take advantage of more of Affirm's offerings; solving business objectives with technical strategies and product optimizations. Technical Account Managers are a part of the Engineering Team and work closely with Affirm's Client Success, Product Management, Operations, and Merchant Care teams.

Read the original posting

From Affirm's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Lead, Technical Account Management (SMB Merchants) role at Affirm?

The Lead, Technical Account Management (SMB Merchants) posting at Affirm states compensation of $165,000 – $225,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Affirm's official career site.

Where is the Lead, Technical Account Management (SMB Merchants) job at Affirm located?

Yes, this Lead, Technical Account Management (SMB Merchants) opening at Affirm is listed as Remote (US). Always check Affirm's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.

What qualifications are required for Lead, Technical Account Management (SMB Merchants) at Affirm?

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