Staff DevOps Engineer - job 8 of 25

The Staff DevOps Engineer at Visa is responsible for supporting critical applications, performing proactive maintenance, and developing automation tools. This role involves streamlining software development and deployment processes, coordinating application releases, and troubleshooting production issues. You will work with technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, and Ansible, ensuring the stability of applications and contributing to the overall architecture of Visa’s systems.

To qualify for the Staff DevOps Engineer position at Visa, applicants need to have extensive experience with tools and technologies such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and Ansible. Additionally, expertise in programming languages like Java, C#, or C++ is essential. A collaborative mindset, a passion for technology, and experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies are highly desirable.

Collaboration is key for the Staff DevOps Engineer at Visa. In this role, you will engage closely with development, operations, and Agile/Scrum teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications. You'll have the opportunity to be part of cross-functional discussions, pilot new technology capabilities, and enhance user experiences across various e-commerce products.

The work environment for the Staff DevOps Engineer at Visa is hybrid, allowing flexibility between remote work and office presence. Engineers in this role are expected to work from the office 2-3 days a week, fostering collaboration and communication with team members while also taking advantage of the benefits of a remote work setting.

Valuable skills for the Staff DevOps Engineer at Visa include a strong understanding of automation and configuration management, proficiency in modern development languages, and an eagerness to learn new technologies like Angular and React. A growth mindset and the ability to challenge traditional solutions will also be important in thriving within Visa’s innovative culture.

When responding to this question, highlight specific instances where you've utilized Jenkins for continuous integration and deployment. Explain how you've set up pipelines, automated testing, and facilitated faster deployment cycles, showcasing your knowledge of best practices in CI/CD.

In answering this, discuss a particular incident, including the problem, your investigative process, and the steps you took to resolve it. Emphasize skills like troubleshooting, collaboration with teams, and how you implemented a permanent fix to prevent recurrence.

You can discuss methods you employ for automation, tools used (like Ansible or Terraform), and the benefits seen in terms of time and error reduction. Provide examples of processes you've automated and how this played into improving team efficiency.

This answer should include techniques you’ve applied, such as proactive monitoring, logging practices, and using tools for automated scalability and fault tolerance. Discuss how these strategies directly impact user experience and system reliability.

Illustrate your familiarity with Kubernetes by describing a project where you orchestrated a microservices architecture. Mention how you managed deployments, scaling, and the benefits of containerization in enhancing performance and resource management.

Talk about your preferred tools (like Jenkins or CircleCI) and the workflow you follow. Describe how you incorporate automated testing and feedback loops to ensure quality code delivery while minimizing manual interventions.

This is your chance to mention specific resources that you follow such as blogs, online courses, or communities. Emphasize your proactive attitude towards continuous learning and how it translates into value for your role at Visa.

Discuss the scripting languages you are proficient in (like Python, Bash, or PowerShell) and provide reasoning for your preferences based on their applications and the problems they help you solve in a DevOps context.

Provide examples of how you’ve implemented IaC in your previous roles, what tools you used (like Terraform or CloudFormation), and the impact it had on the team’s workflow and system reliability.

Discuss strategies like peer code reviews, automated testing, and following coding standards and best practices. Stress the importance of quality assurance in the DevOps cycle and how you advocate for these practices among your team.