Affirm
Staff Endpoint Engineer (Client Platform Engineering)
Affirm, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
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Affirm’s IT Engineering teams build and operate the tools, systems, and services that power the employee-facing IT experience. We’re a creative, craft‑minded team focused on building and maintaining services that are speedy, simple, and secure so employees across our global, remote‑first workforce can be productive from day one.
Client Platform Engineering builds and maintains the hardware and software at the heart of employee‑facing operations. We own endpoint platform and deliver scalable, secure solutions—including zero‑touch provisioning, package and patch management, and silent updates—while partnering cross‑functionally with Security, Engineering, Product, and Support.
What You’ll Do
Administer and scale macOS device management using Jamf Pro, ensuring endpoints meet company compliance standards (e.g., encryption, OS patching, configuration profiles, application management).
Guide architectural decisions to ensure endpoint management can easily scale with the company.
Drive key technical initiatives such as permission automation, third‑party patching, silent updates, stability improvements, and streamlined device deployment.
Build automation and infrastructure‑as‑code pipelines using tools like Terraform (or similar), Bash/Python scripting, and Jamf/Okta/MDM APIs to minimize manual work and create “zero‑touch” provisioning workflows.
Manage enterprise‑grade software and package deployment, using tools like AutoPkgr or equivalent for packaging and silent rollout of updates at scale.
Implement and refine endpoint change control processes, with communication, testing, rollback plans, and compliance tracking. Create dashboards and reporting for visibility into compliance, patch levels, and device health.
Collaborate closely with Security, Support, Engineering, and IT to enforce policies (e.g., least‑privilege), onboard security agents (AV, EDR, disk encryption), and integrate devices with Okta SSO, Oomnitza, Google Workspace, and other monitoring tools.
Serve as the escalation tier for complex endpoint issues—troubleshoot deep macOS, hardware, networking, or software issues and act as a knowledge source for IT Support.
Mentor junior engineers—share expertise, set best practices, and help elevate the team’s Jamf, scripting, and automation capabilities.
Explore and evaluate new endpoint‑management and automation technologies, run POCs, and recommend adoption to improve platform efficiency, security, and user experience.
Work directly with Developer Productivity to support the unique needs of company engineers.
What We Look For
5+ years of hands‑on experience managing macOS (and ideally other endpoints) at scale with enterprise MDM tools – Jamf Pro expertise required (Jamf 300+ level).
Strong scripting capabilities in Bash, with fluency in a second language like Python; ability to programmatically integrate with RESTful APIs (Jamf API, Okta API, etc.).
Proven proficiency in automation / infrastructure‑as‑code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar in an IT context.
Experience with Windows Intune and Windows Endpoint Management.
Deep understanding of enterprise security practices for endpoints, including vulnerability/patch management, enforcing least privilege, encryption, and compliance frameworks.
Experience building and managing package/software distribution pipelines, with tools like AutoPkg, Jamf, or others.
Exceptional troubleshooting skills and ability to debug complex endpoint issues; capable of representing the IT team in high‑severity escalations.
Excellent cross‑functional communication skills with a collaborative mindset—able to work with Security, Support, and Engineering teams effectively.
A positive, growth‑oriented attitude, with strong written communication: documentation, runbooks, dashboards, and process guides.
Prior experience serving as a technical mentor or functional lead in a high‑growth or enterprise environment is strongly preferred.
This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Pay Grade
– M
Equity Grade
– 7
Employees new to the company typically come in at the start of the pay range. Pay is based on 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: $180,000 – $230,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $160,000 – $210,000
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Affirm is proud to be a remote‑first company. The majority of roles are remote and can be worked from any location within the country of employment. Some roles may require occasional office presence.
For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco, Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Benefits We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits anchored to our core value of people first. Key highlights include:
Health care coverage—Affirm covers all premiums at all levels of coverage for you and your dependents.
Flexible Spending Wallets—generous stipends for technology, food, lifestyle needs, and family‑forming expenses.
Time off—competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
ESPP—employee stock purchase plan enabling purchase of shares at a discount.
We believe “It’s On Us” to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm’s Global Candidate Privacy Notice and freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
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Affirm’s IT Engineering teams build and operate the tools, systems, and services that power the employee-facing IT experience. We’re a creative, craft‑minded team focused on building and maintaining services that are speedy, simple, and secure so employees across our global, remote‑first workforce can be productive from day one.
Client Platform Engineering builds and maintains the hardware and software at the heart of employee‑facing operations. We own endpoint platform and deliver scalable, secure solutions—including zero‑touch provisioning, package and patch management, and silent updates—while partnering cross‑functionally with Security, Engineering, Product, and Support.
What You’ll Do
Administer and scale macOS device management using Jamf Pro, ensuring endpoints meet company compliance standards (e.g., encryption, OS patching, configuration profiles, application management).
Guide architectural decisions to ensure endpoint management can easily scale with the company.
Drive key technical initiatives such as permission automation, third‑party patching, silent updates, stability improvements, and streamlined device deployment.
Build automation and infrastructure‑as‑code pipelines using tools like Terraform (or similar), Bash/Python scripting, and Jamf/Okta/MDM APIs to minimize manual work and create “zero‑touch” provisioning workflows.
Manage enterprise‑grade software and package deployment, using tools like AutoPkgr or equivalent for packaging and silent rollout of updates at scale.
Implement and refine endpoint change control processes, with communication, testing, rollback plans, and compliance tracking. Create dashboards and reporting for visibility into compliance, patch levels, and device health.
Collaborate closely with Security, Support, Engineering, and IT to enforce policies (e.g., least‑privilege), onboard security agents (AV, EDR, disk encryption), and integrate devices with Okta SSO, Oomnitza, Google Workspace, and other monitoring tools.
Serve as the escalation tier for complex endpoint issues—troubleshoot deep macOS, hardware, networking, or software issues and act as a knowledge source for IT Support.
Mentor junior engineers—share expertise, set best practices, and help elevate the team’s Jamf, scripting, and automation capabilities.
Explore and evaluate new endpoint‑management and automation technologies, run POCs, and recommend adoption to improve platform efficiency, security, and user experience.
Work directly with Developer Productivity to support the unique needs of company engineers.
What We Look For
5+ years of hands‑on experience managing macOS (and ideally other endpoints) at scale with enterprise MDM tools – Jamf Pro expertise required (Jamf 300+ level).
Strong scripting capabilities in Bash, with fluency in a second language like Python; ability to programmatically integrate with RESTful APIs (Jamf API, Okta API, etc.).
Proven proficiency in automation / infrastructure‑as‑code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar in an IT context.
Experience with Windows Intune and Windows Endpoint Management.
Deep understanding of enterprise security practices for endpoints, including vulnerability/patch management, enforcing least privilege, encryption, and compliance frameworks.
Experience building and managing package/software distribution pipelines, with tools like AutoPkg, Jamf, or others.
Exceptional troubleshooting skills and ability to debug complex endpoint issues; capable of representing the IT team in high‑severity escalations.
Excellent cross‑functional communication skills with a collaborative mindset—able to work with Security, Support, and Engineering teams effectively.
A positive, growth‑oriented attitude, with strong written communication: documentation, runbooks, dashboards, and process guides.
Prior experience serving as a technical mentor or functional lead in a high‑growth or enterprise environment is strongly preferred.
This position requires either equivalent practical experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Pay Grade
– M
Equity Grade
– 7
Employees new to the company typically come in at the start of the pay range. Pay is based on 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: $180,000 – $230,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $160,000 – $210,000
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Affirm is proud to be a remote‑first company. The majority of roles are remote and can be worked from any location within the country of employment. Some roles may require occasional office presence.
For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco, Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Benefits We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits anchored to our core value of people first. Key highlights include:
Health care coverage—Affirm covers all premiums at all levels of coverage for you and your dependents.
Flexible Spending Wallets—generous stipends for technology, food, lifestyle needs, and family‑forming expenses.
Time off—competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
ESPP—employee stock purchase plan enabling purchase of shares at a discount.
We believe “It’s On Us” to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm’s Global Candidate Privacy Notice and freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
#J-18808-Ljbffr