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Model Risk Management Lead, Machine Learning

Affirm · Remote Canada

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
Affirm's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
69% of Affirm's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Affirm
high
204 stale, 5 reposted of 205 open
Hiring momentum
283 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-22

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Affirm's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Affirm.

About this role

As a Model Risk Management Lead at Affirm, you will be responsible for independently validating machine learning models related to credit underwriting, credit risk, and fraud detection. Your role involves identifying model weaknesses, collaborating with model owners for remediation, and partnering with various teams to maintain the company's model risk management framework. This position requires a strong understanding of machine learning and data science, along with excellent communication skills.

Our read on this posting2.2out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Affirm as an employer.

What you need

  • 4-6 years of professional experience in model development, model validation, or data science
  • Deep knowledge of machine learning modeling, credit underwriting, and fraud detection
  • Proven ability to work with scripting languages like Python and large datasets using SQL
  • Extensive experience with machine learning platforms and cloud-based coding environments
  • BS, MS, or PhD in a quantitative field such as Math, Data Science, or Computer Science
  • Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

What you get

  • 100% subsidized medical coverage for employees and their dependents
  • Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and tech spending
  • Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) allowing purchase of Affirm stock at a discount

Worth weighing

  • Remote-first work environment with some potential in-person requirements
  • Base pay range is specified, but actual compensation may vary based on experience and location
  • Position may involve working with complex models that require a high level of expertise

Summarised from Affirm's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by Affirm on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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