Affirm
What's the Company Culture Like at Affirm?
Affirm Employee Perspectives
We believe that the best results come from collaboration, and we make it a point to build strong relationships across the company. We understand that every individual brings unique skills and perspectives to the table, and we value the diversity of ideas that comes from working together. People who succeed here know how to reach across the aisle and work together seamlessly.
Affirm Employee Reviews
What People Are Saying About Affirm
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People-First Culture: Benefits such as 18 weeks of paid parental leave with a ramp‑back program, mental health support, multiple spending wallets, and 20 company‑wide Away Days reflect a whole‑person approach. Remote‑first flexibility to work within one’s country and encouragement to take time off reinforce care for life outside work.
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Authentic & Consistent Values: Five core values—People come first; No fine print; It’s on us; Simpler is better; Push the envelope—are repeatedly emphasized and tied to product and teamwork decisions. Leadership links culture to accountability, clear ownership, and transparency in line with these values.
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Collaborative & Supportive Culture: An inclusive community is prioritized through ERGs and community groups that foster belonging. Remote‑first norms are supported by stipends, programs, events, and structured learning and knowledge sharing across teams to keep distributed work connected.
Affirm's Benefits
Established employee awards to honor work and contributions
Quarterly engagement surveys to gauge employee satisfaction
Has employee-led culture committees
Offers company-sponsored happy hours
Offers company-sponsored outings
Offers Employee Resource Groups
Offers fitness stipend
Offers wellness programs
Partners with nonprofits
Affirm Cares is a 501(C)3 employee foundation dedicated to supporting causes in our communities.
Provides access to an onsite gym
Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community
Hosts in-person all-hands meetings
Implements team-based strategic planning
Open office floor plan to encourage communication and collaboration
Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities
Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility
Offers a remote work program
Utilizes a flexible work schedule
