Visa · 2 hours ago
Lead Software Engineer
Bellevue, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$173K/yr - $277K/yr
10+ years expVisa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions globally. The Lead Software Engineer will identify and deliver new AI capabilities, collaborate with AI engineers, and lead the development of scalable systems while mentoring team members.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile PaymentsPayments
Responsibilities
Champion AI Development: Identify and deliver new AI capabilities for CMS, acting as an internal evangelist for best practices and innovation
Cross-Team Collaboration: Build relationships with AI engineers across Visa, integrating new technologies and scenarios into CMS projects
Trendspotting & Evangelism: Stay ahead of AI trends, sharing insights through engaging content (newsletters, videos, presentations) and technical contributions
Full Stack Engineering: Architect and develop robust, scalable systems using modern frameworks and languages (e.g., Java, Python, React, Angular, Kubernetes, Docker)
Design & Build: Influence Visa’s standards for scalability, security, and reusability while developing solutions for diverse customers—merchants, B2B, and government
Mentorship & Learning: Mentor team members and foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation in AI and software engineering
Consult with product owners to gather and refine requirements, focusing on AI-driven and full stack solutions
Drive advanced architectural solutions, integrating AI and full stack capabilities across the CMS technical ecosystem
Provide domain expertise and foster standard processes in user documentation and knowledge sharing
Lead the development and delivery of new features, especially those leveraging AI, from end-to-end
Qualification
Required
10+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 7 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 4 years of work experience with a PhD, OR 13+ years of relevant work experience
AI Enthusiasm: Passionate about AI, with a growth mindset and a drive to learn and experiment with new technologies
Full Stack Expertise: Proficiency in front-end (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular) and back-end (Java, Python, C++, PHP) development
Collaboration: Experience working with cross-functional teams, especially in AI and software development
Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts through written, visual, and verbal channels
Builder & Learner: Experience building scalable web applications and services, with a constant drive to learn new tools and approaches
Thought Leadership: Ability to act as an internal evangelist for AI, influencing best practices and organizational strategy
Preferred
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
Master's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field AND minimum eight (8) years of experience in a directly related field
OR Bachelor's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field AND minimum ten (10) years of experience in a directly related field
OR Minimum thirteen (13) years of directly related experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401 (k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Company
Visa
Visa is a multinational financial services company that facilitates electronic payment systems throughout the world.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
TNB Financial Services
2016-09-10Post Ipo Equity
2008-03-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ryan McInerney
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Suh
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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