Staff Software Engineer - Microsoft Dynamics - job 3 of 20

As a Staff Software Engineer at Visa, your primary responsibilities will include designing and implementing solutions for business partners using Microsoft Dynamics 365. You'll conduct thorough technical analyses, define project scopes in collaboration with stakeholders, and ensure successful project delivery by managing multiple initiatives. Your role will also focus on promoting DevOps and Agile methodologies to improve delivery quality and speed.

To qualify for the Staff Software Engineer position at Visa, you should have proven experience in developing and delivering CRM solutions, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics 365. Strong technical expertise, project management skills, and a track record of working within complex environments are crucial. Experience with Agile practices and a collaborative mindset are also important for fostering team growth.

The Staff Software Engineer plays a critical role in Visa's Technology Organization by driving the development of CRM solutions that deliver tangible business value. Your work will directly influence the enhancement of business functions, impacting how Visa interacts with clients and maintains its leadership in commerce solutions. Your role ensures that we meet the evolving needs of our clients efficiently.

As a Staff Software Engineer at Visa, you will thrive in a hybrid work environment that values collaboration and innovation. You'll work alongside a talented team of professionals in a supportive culture that promotes work-life balance. Regular interactions with diverse stakeholders and project teams will provide dynamic learning opportunities while contributing to a collaborative workspace.

The project delivery process for a Staff Software Engineer at Visa involves defining project scopes with business and IT stakeholders, monitoring progress, and making necessary adjustments for successful outcomes. You will work on multiple projects simultaneously, reviewing the quality of deliverables and ensuring adherence to Visa's development standards, ultimately striving for operational excellence.

When answering about your experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, highlight specific projects where you've designed or developed solutions. Discuss challenges you faced, your approach to overcoming them, and the results achieved. Be prepared to explain technical concepts in a way that can be understood by non-technical stakeholders.

To effectively manage competing project deadlines, discuss your prioritization technique. Mention your ability to assess project scopes and collaborate with both business and IT teams to adjust timelines as necessary. Emphasize your communication skills and how you keep stakeholders informed.

To ensure high-quality software delivery, outline your processes for conducting code reviews, implementing testing strategies, and promoting best practices like DevOps and Agile methodologies. Share an example of a time when your focus on quality led to a successful project outcome.

When discussing your role in Agile team practices, talk about your experience in conducting sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Emphasize your ability to facilitate open communication and adapt plans based on team feedback, resulting in continuous improvement.

In your response, describe your approach to solution design and architecture, highlighting the importance of understanding business requirements and technical constraints. Mention tools or methodologies you use for fit-gap analysis and how you collaborate with stakeholders to finalize designs.

When discussing your project management experience, share specific methodologies you've employed, such as Scrum or Kanban. Highlight your ability to manage timelines and resources and provide an example of a successful project where you had a direct leadership role.

To promote collaboration within your team, explain how you create an open and inclusive environment where all suggestions are valued. Share tools or practices you use to facilitate communication, such as regular check-ins or collaborative platforms, and discuss the positive impact this had on team dynamics.

For this question, share a specific example of a complex issue you encountered within CRM systems, the steps you took to analyze it, and the solution you implemented. Discuss what you learned from the experience and how it informed your approach to future problems.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning when answering this question. Mention specific resources you rely on, such as industry blogs, online courses, or professional networks. Share a recent technology advancement you've learned about and how you're applying it to your work.

When addressing leadership qualities, emphasize qualities such as effective communication, empathy, and the ability to inspire others. Share an example of how you exhibited these traits in previous roles and the positive impact this had on your team and project outcomes.