Senior Frontend Software Engineer (QA)

As a Senior Frontend Software Engineer (QA) at Visa, your primary responsibilities include building and maintaining robust web services, ensuring the reliability and performance of Tink's payment and account check products. You will work collaboratively with product teams to regularly deploy updates, conduct automated testing, and monitor service quality, while also engaging in on-call rotations for the services you manage.

To apply for the Senior Frontend Software Engineer (QA) position at Visa, candidates should have experience in full stack development with a strong emphasis on QA. Proficiency in modern technologies such as HTML, CSS, Typescript, and React is essential, as well as experience in managing application states with tools like Redux or Xstate. Additionally, candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills.

Visa embraces a hybrid work model for the Senior Frontend Software Engineer (QA) position, allowing team members to have a flexible schedule. The expectation for in-office days will be confirmed by your hiring manager, promoting a balanced approach to work that supports both productivity and personal well-being.

Visa ensures quality in web applications by requiring Senior Frontend Software Engineers (QA) to implement automated testing and monitoring as part of their deployment processes. This commitment to quality helps ensure that the user experiences with Tink’s payment solutions are reliable, scalable, and resilient.

At Visa, Senior Frontend Software Engineers (QA) have ample opportunities for growth through collaboration with diverse product and delivery teams. Continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged, allowing team members to develop their skills and potentially advance into leadership roles within the technology organization.

In responding to this question, share specific projects where you've utilized React, detailing your role and contributions, including challenges faced and how you overcame them. Highlight your understanding of React components, state management, and best practices.

When answering this, provide examples of the testing frameworks and tools you have utilized. Discuss how you integrate testing into your development workflow, ensuring code quality, and any metrics you use to measure the effectiveness of your tests.

Talk about your methods for fostering teamwork, such as regular stand-ups or collaborative tools. Emphasize your experience in gathering requirements, handling feedback, and aligning product goals with development objectives.

Discuss the state management frameworks you are familiar with, such as Redux or Xstate. Provide examples of how you've implemented these in your projects, and how they contributed to application performance and user experience.

Share your strategies for maintaining service availability, including setting SLOs/SLIs, implementing monitoring tools, and participating in on-call rotations. Discuss how you handle incidents and lessons learned from past experiences.

Provide a detailed account of a specific bug, the investigation process you undertook, the solution you implemented, and how it improved the user experience. This showcases your problem-solving skills and technical expertise.

Highlight the importance of clarity, active listening, and feedback in your communication approach. Give examples of how you’ve fostered an environment of open dialogue and collaboration, improving overall team dynamics.

Discuss your methods for task prioritization, such as using methodologies like Agile or Kanban. Provide examples of how you've balanced competing deadlines and ensured that project goals were met effectively.

Share your strategies for professional development, such as attending conferences, participating in online workshops, and engaging with developer communities. Mention any blogs, podcasts, or resources you follow to keep your skills sharp.

Articulate your view of the role as a blend of technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration. Discuss how you guide less experienced team members, contribute to architectural decisions, and drive project success.