Data Analytics Lead Jobs at Affirm with Visa Sponsorship
Affirm hires Data Analytics Leads to drive credit risk, underwriting performance, and product growth decisions across its buy-now-pay-later platform. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for analytics professionals, supporting candidates from early-career OPT through H-1B and permanent residency pathways.
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INTRODUCTION
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. The Credit team works cross-functionally with Machine Learning, Product, Engineering, Capital Markets, and Commercial teams to responsibly manage the risk profile of the business. We’re looking for a thoughtful, driven individual who wants to learn, grow, and solve hard problems. The team’s mandate is to enable sustainable growth while closely managing the profitability and resilience of our portfolio. As Affirm continues on an exciting growth trajectory; thinking through credit policies for new initiatives and products, shaping ongoing testing and experimentation, and being ready for navigating through any exogenous changes will be important problems to tackle. This role requires extensive use of data analytics to derive insights across a variety of functions. It also requires a lot of cross-functional partnership including working with the Machine Learning and Quantitative Market teams in developing new models/frameworks, with the Merchant Pricing and Merchant Risk teams to value different merchants, with the Fraud team to detect fraudulent activities, as part of the role. Come join us in our mission to change consumer finance through better data and technology, lower costs, and increased transparency while providing the best customer experience!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leverage advanced data analytics to derive insights and optimize credit strategies
Perform portfolio analytics including out of trend investigations and attribution analysis
Partner with Machine Learning and Engineering on building effective monitoring and credit risk capabilities
Monitor portfolio as well as macroeconomic trends impacting loan performance
Drive adjustments to our underwriting and marketing strategies to mitigate risk
Contribute in enhancing the end-to-end portfolio management monitoring framework
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Passion and drive to change banking, payments and online marketing for the better
3-5 years work experience as a data analyst (consumer credit risk management strongly preferred but not required)
Curiosity to learn about data, models and algorithms
Extensive experience with SQL and Python
Ability to collaborate and influence across different teams in the organization
Ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
* A passion for finding insights in data and driving change based on those insights
COMPENSATION
Pay Grade - K
Equity Grade - 6
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: $140,000-190,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $124,000-174,000
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
BENEFITS
We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:
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
We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
LOCATION
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, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.

INTRODUCTION
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. The Credit team works cross-functionally with Machine Learning, Product, Engineering, Capital Markets, and Commercial teams to responsibly manage the risk profile of the business. We’re looking for a thoughtful, driven individual who wants to learn, grow, and solve hard problems. The team’s mandate is to enable sustainable growth while closely managing the profitability and resilience of our portfolio. As Affirm continues on an exciting growth trajectory; thinking through credit policies for new initiatives and products, shaping ongoing testing and experimentation, and being ready for navigating through any exogenous changes will be important problems to tackle. This role requires extensive use of data analytics to derive insights across a variety of functions. It also requires a lot of cross-functional partnership including working with the Machine Learning and Quantitative Market teams in developing new models/frameworks, with the Merchant Pricing and Merchant Risk teams to value different merchants, with the Fraud team to detect fraudulent activities, as part of the role. Come join us in our mission to change consumer finance through better data and technology, lower costs, and increased transparency while providing the best customer experience!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leverage advanced data analytics to derive insights and optimize credit strategies
Perform portfolio analytics including out of trend investigations and attribution analysis
Partner with Machine Learning and Engineering on building effective monitoring and credit risk capabilities
Monitor portfolio as well as macroeconomic trends impacting loan performance
Drive adjustments to our underwriting and marketing strategies to mitigate risk
Contribute in enhancing the end-to-end portfolio management monitoring framework
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Passion and drive to change banking, payments and online marketing for the better
3-5 years work experience as a data analyst (consumer credit risk management strongly preferred but not required)
Curiosity to learn about data, models and algorithms
Extensive experience with SQL and Python
Ability to collaborate and influence across different teams in the organization
Ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
* A passion for finding insights in data and driving change based on those insights
COMPENSATION
Pay Grade - K
Equity Grade - 6
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: $140,000-190,000
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $124,000-174,000
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
BENEFITS
We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:
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
We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
LOCATION
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, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
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Align Your Portfolio to Fintech Analytics
Affirm evaluates analytics candidates on experience with financial products, not just general BI work. Frame your portfolio around credit modeling, transaction data, or risk metrics before you apply. Generic dashboards won't differentiate you in a fintech review process.
Confirm LCA Postings Before Your Interview
Affirm files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsoring any H-1B. Search the DOL OFLC disclosure database for Affirm's recent LCA filings under analytics job titles to understand how they classify this role and which office location your offer is likely tied to.
Use Migrate Mate to Target Open Roles Directly
Affirm posts Data Analytics Lead openings across multiple locations and business units. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Affirm roles that include visa sponsorship, so you're only spending time on positions where your status is already accounted for.
Clarify Sponsorship Scope Before Accepting an Offer
Affirm sponsors both H-1B transfers and new cap-subject petitions, but the timeline differs significantly. Before signing, confirm in writing whether your offer covers H-1B transfer only or includes cap-subject lottery filing, and ask whether PERM for Green Card sponsorship is part of the long-term employment package.
Document Your Specialty Occupation Evidence Early
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for data roles heavily. Gather transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and job description language that explicitly ties a specific degree field to your responsibilities. Affirm's analytics roles typically require quantitative degrees, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument considerably.
Time Your OPT Application to Match Affirm's Hiring Cycles
Affirm's engineering and analytics hiring ramps up in Q1 and Q3. If you're on F-1 OPT, apply for your STEM OPT extension through your DSO at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires, ensuring continuous work authorization through Affirm's typical offer-to-start timeline.
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Does Affirm sponsor H-1B visas for Data Analytics Leads?
Yes. Affirm sponsors H-1B visas for Data Analytics Lead roles, including both cap-subject new petitions and H-1B transfers for candidates already holding the visa with another employer. The sponsorship process involves Affirm filing a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before USCIS receives the H-1B petition. Confirming whether your specific offer covers cap-subject filing or transfer-only is a key step before you accept.
How do I apply for Data Analytics Lead jobs at Affirm?
Applications go through Affirm's careers portal, where roles are listed by team and location. Because not every posted role explicitly flags visa sponsorship availability, filtering for sponsorship-confirmed positions saves significant time. Migrate Mate surfaces Affirm's Data Analytics Lead openings with sponsorship details already filtered, so you can focus your application energy on roles where your immigration status is a fit from the start.
Which visa types does Affirm commonly use for Data Analytics Lead roles?
Affirm supports several visa categories for analytics professionals. H-1B is the most common path for full-time hires. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT extensions allow recent graduates to start working while H-1B sponsorship is arranged. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying analytics roles. For longer-term employees, Affirm has supported EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications does Affirm expect for a Data Analytics Lead?
Affirm typically looks for a bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, mathematics, economics, or computer science. Beyond credentials, the role demands hands-on experience with SQL, Python, or R, plus demonstrated work on product or financial analytics problems. Leadership experience managing analysts or cross-functional projects is expected at the Lead level. USCIS requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, so a directly related degree field matters for H-1B petition strength.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take when joining Affirm?
Timeline depends on your current visa status. An H-1B transfer can complete in as little as two to four weeks with premium processing, allowing a relatively quick start date. A cap-subject H-1B requires waiting for the annual April lottery, with an October 1 employment start at the earliest. F-1 STEM OPT extensions take up to 90 days through your school's DSO, so applying early alongside your job search is essential to avoid gaps in work authorization.
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