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As a Sr. Software Engineer at Visa in Warsaw, you will be responsible for developing and integrating fraud solutions for Account to Account transactions within the Risk and Identity Solutions team. Your role will entail close collaboration with engineering leads, product managers, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product development throughout the lifecycle. Additionally, you will engage in advanced troubleshooting, architectural design, and proof of concept evaluations, ensuring that sound engineering practices are consistently applied to improve business outcomes.

To apply for the Sr. Software Engineer position at Visa, you should have a Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 3 years of diverse work experience in software engineering. Preferred candidates will have additional years of experience, particularly with relevant advanced degrees. Strong knowledge in computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms, as well as experience in Java, GoLang, AWS, Kafka, and Redis, are strongly favored. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with teams across various geographies.

At Visa in Warsaw, Sr. Software Engineers enjoy a hybrid work environment that encourages flexibility and collaboration. You will work in a dynamic atmosphere, surrounded by talented professionals who are passionate about technology and innovation. The culture is one that values teamwork and open communication, which enhances the overall productivity and creativity of the team as you work together to solve complex problems and drive impactful solutions.

A Sr. Software Engineer at Visa should be proficient in programming languages such as Java and GoLang, which are critical for developing high-quality software solutions. Additionally, familiarity with RDBMS, Kafka, and Redis is essential for tasks that involve data processing and system integrations. As technology evolves, a passion for learning and adapting to new programming tools and techniques is also highly regarded.

Absolutely! As a Sr. Software Engineer at Visa, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and stay ahead of industry trends. The role involves evaluating and adopting emerging technologies that can benefit the organization. You'll engage in proof-of-concept evaluations to assess new designs and solutions, ensuring that you remain at the forefront of innovations in the tech landscape.

Discuss specific projects where you've developed or integrated distributed systems, focusing on the challenges faced and how you overcame them. Highlight your role, the technologies used, and the impact of your contributions on system efficiency and performance.

Detail your structured approach to problem-solving, including initial analysis, brainstorming alternative solutions, evaluating options, and implementing the most effective one. Share a relevant example that showcases your analytical skills and resourcefulness.

Explain your experience with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban. Discuss the benefits you’ve observed in terms of teamwork, flexibility, and delivering quality products. Mention specific examples where Agile methods were effective in your previous projects.

Describe your strategies for promoting open communication within teams. This could include using collaboration tools, holding regular meetings, or facilitating discussions. Share an example of when effective communication led to successful project outcomes.

Choose a specific scenario where you encountered a significant technical challenge. Explain the context, your thought process, the actions taken, and the final outcome. Emphasize your problem-solving skills and lessons learned.

Discuss any projects that involved cybersecurity measures. Highlight your understanding of best practices in securing code and systems. Provide insights on how you have contributed to enhancing security in software applications.

Explain your methods for keeping up with technology trends such as attending workshops, participating in online courses, or following industry publications. Share how this ongoing learning has positively impacted your work as a Sr. Software Engineer.

List key design patterns such as Singleton, Observer, or Factory and describe instances where you've effectively utilized them in your projects. Emphasize the impact these design patterns had on improving code quality and maintainability.

Outline your strategy for addressing production issues, emphasizing calmness under pressure, quick identification of root causes, and efficient resolution methods. Provide an example where you successfully mitigated a significant production problem.

Discuss the importance of teamwork in software development, including how collaboration leads to better ideas and enhanced outcomes. Share specific experiences where team efforts contributed to the success of a project.