SW Engineer (Java, Spring, 1-2 years exp)

As a SW Engineer at Visa, you'll be responsible for the design, enhancement, and building of integrations with various e-commerce platforms. You will engage in full stack development projects, focusing on creating real-time transactional services, REST APIs, and ensuring the delivery of highly secure and scalable systems.

To qualify for the SW Engineer position at Visa, you should have a bachelor's degree or a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience. Preferred applicants typically have 1-2 years of experience specifically in payments systems, expertise in Core Java, JEE technologies, and a strong understanding of middleware and integration technologies.

The work environment for a SW Engineer at Visa in Bangalore is dynamic and collaborative. Employees work in a hybrid model, with the expectation of being in the office 2-3 days a week while also having the flexibility to work remotely. This balance promotes both focused work time and teamwork in the office.

At Visa, a SW Engineer can expect to work on a variety of projects including the construction of real-time transactional systems and REST services APIs. You’ll also be tasked with managing multiple demands and workstreams while aligning them with project goals and schedules.

Visa actively encourages professional growth by promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. As a SW Engineer, you will have opportunities to share best practices, mentor teammates, and regularly report progress to management, which enhances skills and fosters personal development.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of projects where you've utilized Java and Spring. Highlight any challenges you faced and how your skills contributed to the project's success, demonstrating your technical expertise.

In your response, emphasize the critical role REST APIs play in enabling communication between services. Discuss how they support the scalable architecture you've built and any experience you have in designing or implementing them for e-commerce applications.

Illustrate your time management strategy by discussing specific tools or methodologies you use to prioritize tasks. Provide an example of a time you successfully managed competing deadlines and how effective teamwork was crucial in achieving your goals.

Discuss your approach to security, which includes performing threat modeling, keeping dependencies updated, and employing practices such as code reviews and automated testing. Share an example of how you've implemented security measures in past projects.

Highlight the best practices you follow for coding, such as adhering to coding standards, writing extensive documentation, and conducting peer reviews. Share experiences where these practices aided in maintaining and scaling applications.

Provide a specific example that showcases your problem-solving skills. Describe the challenge, the thought process behind your solution, and why your approach was effective, emphasizing your analytical skills and technical knowledge.

Discuss the importance of collaboration within a development team. Highlight your experience working in teams, your ability to communicate effectively, and your contributions to fostering a supportive and innovative team environment.

In your response, mention any containerization tools you've used, such as Docker. Describe how you've incorporated these technologies into your projects and the benefits they provided in terms of deployment and resource management.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as online courses, attending workshops, or participating in coding meetups. Give examples of how you've successfully adopted new technologies into your work to drive innovation or efficiency.

Articulate your excitement about joining Visa, emphasizing your alignment with the company’s mission to innovate in payment solutions. Discuss how your skills and career goals align with Visa's work and values, and express your eagerness to contribute to meaningful projects.