SW Engineer - job 7 of 23

As a Software Engineer at VISA in Mentor, you'll be responsible for a variety of backend development tasks including designing and building functionalities for our next generation real-time payment systems, writing and maintaining backend code, and assisting in API development. You'll work collaboratively with senior engineers to enhance your skills, support database management, and proactively identify and resolve bugs affecting backend functionality.

To apply for the Software Engineer position at VISA, candidates should have a foundational understanding of backend technologies and programming languages, particularly Java, Python, or Ruby. An eagerness for growth, the ability to collaborate with team members, and a commitment to applying secure coding practices are also crucial qualifications that we look for in applicants.

As a Software Engineer at VISA, familiarity with backend programming languages such as Java, Python, or Ruby is essential. Knowledge of secure coding practices as per OWASP principles will also be beneficial, as you will be contributing to the development of robust and secure systems.

At VISA, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills significantly by working closely with experienced engineers and being an integral part of Team Centinel. You'll receive guidance on project requirements, engage in continuous improvement initiatives, and learn best practices in backend programming. Your proactive approach to seeking knowledge and participating in innovative projects will further enhance your skill set.

The work environment for Software Engineers at VISA in Mentor is collaborative and dynamic. You'll be part of an agile team focused on innovative backend solutions for secure payment transactions. With a hybrid work model, you will enjoy the flexibility of alternating between remote and in-office work, thus fostering a healthy work-life balance while participating in collaborative projects and team meetings.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you've applied backend languages like Java, Python, or Ruby. Discuss the functionalities you implemented and any challenges you overcame, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Discuss your knowledge of secure coding practices, including OWASP principles. Provide examples of how you've applied these practices in past projects and the steps you take to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.

Explain your debugging process, including the tools you use, how you isolate issues, and the strategies you employ to resolve them. Use examples to illustrate your methodical approach.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as following industry blogs, enrolling in online courses, or participating in tech meetups. Highlight how you apply new knowledge to your work.

Detail a specific project that involved teamwork. Explain your role, who you collaborated with, the challenges faced, and how collectively you achieved the project's goals.

Describe your experience with API development, including the types of APIs you have created or worked with, the technologies used, and how you ensured their functionality and efficiency.

Discuss time management techniques you implement when facing tight deadlines, such as prioritizing tasks, communicating with your team, and ensuring you remain focused and productive while working under pressure.

Explain the key factors you evaluate during system integration, such as compatibility, performance impact, and testing procedures to ensure seamless functionality across components.

Outline your learning approach, including researching documentation, engaging with online communities, and hands-on practice. Highlight any specific scenarios where you successfully adapted to new technologies.

Discuss your philosophy on continuous improvement, potentially encompassing feedback cycles, code reviews, and adherence to coding standards. Provide examples of how you have contributed to process enhancements in prior roles.