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Visa’s Corporate IT group has embarked on a major transformational journey. We will not follow the 'traditional' IT playbook of simply purchasing off the shelf solutions and stitching them together. We are transforming ourselves into a true engineering organization where we put customer experience first, create highly leveraged platforms with a heavy emphasis on operational excellence such as ensuring our platforms and services are unbreakable. Where we choose to continue with packaged software we will invent our way around their limitations such as poor UI or scale.

Essential Functions

Lead the development and launch of the global End User Technology strategy from concept to delivery with a focus on new technologies particularly open extensible platforms.
Development and management of the teams to manage the demands from projects and technology upgrades including near term direction for global vendor strategy, technology strategy and global alignment of networks.
Oversee all phases of operations and technology projects including budgeting, planning, implementation, maintenance, administration, construction, staffing and logistics.
Strong people management skills with demonstrated ability to grow and mentor a high performing team.
Direct the continuous and secure operation, administration and maintenance of the corporate computing and networking infrastructure, including development of Risk Management, Identity/Access Management, Information Security and Privacy, and Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.
Analyze, automate, monitor and ensure the resiliency of the corporate landscape.
Drive organizational transformations along dimensions such as deep partnerships and agile collaboration with business, fostering a culture that encourages innovation.
Drive technical architecture and infrastructure planning as well as system hardware and software engineering activities.
Ensure that Information Security and risk management are embedded within the culture requiring continuous improvement to a complex set of functions to coordinate security and compliance risks related to information systems and assets.
Ensure that the End User operations are conducted according to corporate standards, and in compliance with external standards as defined in company objectives (e.g., ITIL, COBIT, ISO27001/27002 and similar).
Establish standards and governance in future acquisitions to mitigate risk and maximize technology stability.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

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What You Should Know About Chief Systems Engineer , Visa

Join Visa as a Chief Systems Engineer in Austin, where you’ll be at the forefront of our exciting transformational journey within the Corporate IT group! We’re shaking things up and not sticking to the traditional IT playbook. Instead of merely purchasing off-the-shelf solutions, we're building a true engineering organization that prioritizes customer experience and operational excellence. In this role, you'll lead the development and launch of our global End User Technology strategy, focusing on innovative, open extensible platforms that enhance the user experience and capabilities. You’ll have the chance to manage and mentor a talented team, drive organizational transformations, and help shape the technology strategy across our global operations. You’ll oversee all aspects of technology projects from budgeting to implementation, ensuring the resilience of our corporate landscape while embedding a strong culture around information security and compliance. Your strong people management skills will be vital as you nurture a high-performing team that thrives on innovation, agility, and collaboration. Plus, with our hybrid work model, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of splitting your time between office and remote work. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo and embark on a rewarding journey with Visa, we’d love to hear from you!

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What are the responsibilities of the Chief Systems Engineer at Visa?

As the Chief Systems Engineer at Visa, you'll lead the charge in transforming our IT organization into an innovative engineering powerhouse. Your key responsibilities include developing and launching the global End User Technology strategy, managing high-performing teams, overseeing the implementation of technology projects, and ensuring continuous improvement in information security and compliance practices.