Software Engineer (Front-End)

At Visa, the Software Engineer (Front-End) is responsible for developing and maintaining a React-based web portal, designing and implementing test automation code, and collaborating with team members to enhance product features. You'll also engage in code reviews, troubleshoot bugs, and participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle to ensure timely deliverables.

Visa prefers candidates to have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field, alongside 3+ years of relevant work experience. Additionally, having experience with front-end technologies, React test frameworks, and Agile methodologies is highly appreciated.

The Software Engineer (Front-End) role at Visa offers a hybrid work model. You can work remotely but are expected to be in the office 2-3 days a week, depending on business needs. This flexibility allows you to balance collaboration with team members while also enjoying the comforts of remote work.

Candidates for the Software Engineer (Front-End) position at Visa should be proficient in JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and ES6. Familiarity with ReactJS, including concepts like component lifecycle and state management, is crucial, as is experience with testing frameworks, version control systems, and debugging tools.

Visa fosters a culture of teamwork and innovation for its Software Engineers (Front-End). In Warsaw, you will collaborate with diverse team members, share ideas, and contribute to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the payments industry while enjoying a flexible work-life balance.

When answering this question, discuss your hands-on experience with React. Mention specific projects where you've utilized JSX, managed component lifecycles, and optimized performance. Illustrate your depth of knowledge by explaining how you handle state management and integrate APIs.

Explain your approach to ensuring high-quality code—this might include regular code reviews, adhering to coding standards, running static code analysis tools, and writing unit tests. Highlight how these practices contribute to team collaboration and product reliability.

Share the debugging tools that you've utilized, such as Chrome DevTools or React Developer Tools. Discuss specific challenges you faced and how these tools helped identify and resolve issues efficiently.

Discuss your familiarity with frameworks like Jest or Enzyme and describe past projects where you implemented test automation. Emphasize the importance of testing in the software development lifecycle and how it enhances product quality.

In your answer, explain techniques you use to check and ensure cross-browser compatibility, such as CSS resets, feature detection, and testing frameworks. Share any tools you’ve relied on and the importance of browser compatibility in user experience.

Discuss how your previous roles have utilized Agile methodologies, emphasizing contribution to sprints, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and how Agile principles have improved your workflow and project outcomes.

Talk about your approach to collaboration, such as holding regular meetings, using tools like Swagger for API documentation, and emphasizing the importance of communication throughout the development cycle to align frontend and backend requirements.

Share the resources you utilize to stay informed, such as blogs, online courses, and tech conferences. Discuss any communities or forums where you learn from peers and how this contributes to your growth as a Software Engineer.

When responding, describe the bug in detail, including the steps you took to identify it and the strategies used to resolve it. Highlight what you learned from the experience and how it impacted your coding practices moving forward.

Discuss key quality attributes you prioritize, such as performance, usability, accessibility, and maintainability. Provide examples of how you have incorporated these attributes into your design decisions and implemented them during the development process.