Staff Software Engineer Fullstack - job 9 of 22

As a Staff Software Engineer Fullstack at Visa in Bellevue, your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining high-performance software for the Post-Purchase Solutions platform. You will build innovative solutions to manage disputes and enhance transaction efficiency, design AI/ML features for predictive analysis, and collaborate across teams to enhance product offerings, all while following Agile methodologies.

To qualify as a Staff Software Engineer Fullstack at Visa, candidates should possess a strong background in software development with a focus on full-stack technologies. Experience in developing scalable systems, integrating AI/ML technologies, and working within Agile environments is also essential. A degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with strong problem-solving skills, is necessary for success in this role.

The work environment for a Staff Software Engineer Fullstack at Visa is hybrid, balancing remote and in-office work. Employees are generally expected to be in the office 2-3 days a week, working closely with a globally distributed team. This setup promotes collaboration and innovation while allowing for flexibility in the work structure.

Visa is committed to the professional development of its Staff Software Engineers by offering opportunities for continuous improvement and skills enhancement. You will be encouraged to participate in various projects, collaborate with experts across fields, and apply best practices in software development, ensuring that you grow alongside the company.

Staff Software Engineers at Visa, particularly in the role focused on post-purchase solutions, face challenges such as building scalable systems that efficiently manage disputes and transaction data. They also need to keep up with rapidly evolving technology trends and integrate advanced AI/ML solutions to enhance the functionality and performance of software products.

When answering this question, highlight the technologies you have worked with across the stack, such as front-end frameworks (React, Angular) and back-end technologies (Node.js, Java). Provide specific examples of projects that showcase your full-stack capabilities and how they relate to the responsibilities of a Staff Software Engineer at Visa.

Discuss your approach to designing applications, such as utilizing microservices architecture, efficient database management, and considering load testing. Relate these strategies to past experiences where you successfully optimized application performance.

Talk about your experience with Agile methodologies, specifically the SAFe framework or Scrum. Explain how you have been part of sprint planning, review, and retrospectives, emphasizing your ability to adapt to changing requirements efficiently.

Choose a scenario where you faced a challenging issue, outline your role in the team dynamics, and detail the steps you took to arrive at a solution. Highlight collaborative aspects and decisions made collectively to underscore your teamwork capabilities.

Mention resources such as tech blogs, online courses, podcasts, or webinars you regularly follow. Discuss your proactive approach to learning and how it has influenced your current work, ensuring you bring innovative solutions to the team at Visa.

Emphasize the importance of clear and thorough documentation throughout the software development lifecycle. Discuss how proper documentation facilitates onboarding, team collaboration, and the ongoing maintenance of the software, especially in a hybrid working environment.

Describe your strategies for task management, such as using project management tools, setting clear goals, and regular check-ins with your team. Provide examples of how you balanced multiple projects successfully while maintaining quality.

Discuss your understanding of both AI/ML conceptually and its practical integration into software applications. Highlight any experience with data collection, model training, or deploying AI solutions, and relate it to the needs of Visa in enhancing transaction management.

Talk about best practices such as following OWASP guidelines, conducting code reviews, and incorporating security at every development stage. Share strategies on ensuring compliance with security standards to protect sensitive data.

Reflect on what excites you about Visa's mission and products, particularly in the context of the role. Articulate your passion for solving complex problems and how your skills align with Visa’s innovative approach to transaction management and merchant services.