Senior Manager, Quantitative Analytics (Machine Learning)

Location: Remote Canada

Base pay: CAD 201,000–261,000 per year

Company

Affirm develops transparent buy now, pay later credit products without hidden fees or compounding interest.

What you will do

• Lead the underwriting and credit risk validation sector within Model Risk Management.
• Hire, manage, mentor, and set the strategic direction for a team of quantitative professionals.
• Execute independent validations of sophisticated machine learning models used in underwriting and credit risk management.
• Assess conceptual soundness, data integrity, model accuracy, and performance stability through testing and continuous monitoring.
• Identify model weaknesses, coordinate remediation with model owners and developers, and refine the enterprise-wide MRM framework.
• Partner with Accounting, Internal Controls, and Compliance to support audit readiness and regulatory expectations.

Requirements

• 9+ years of professional experience in model development, model validation, quantitative analytics, or a similar highly technical role.
• Deep knowledge of machine learning modeling, underwriting, and credit risk management.
• Advanced Python scripting skills and expertise using SQL to analyze large-scale datasets.
• Experience hiring, managing, and mentoring quantitative teams while remaining hands-on technically.
• BS, MS, or PhD in Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first work model for roles that can be performed remotely within the country of employment.
• Medical coverage with premiums fully subsidized for employees and dependents, plus dental and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending stipends for technology, food, lifestyle needs, and family-forming expenses.
• Competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
• Employee stock purchase plan with discounted shares.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates requiring individualized interview support.