Vice President, Engineering, Risk Solutions Product Development - job 18 of 21

As the Vice President of Engineering for Risk Solutions Product Development at Visa, you will oversee strategic planning, execution of technology-driven initiatives, and the design and deployment of advanced fraud management systems. You will lead a high-performing technology team, ensure alignment with business objectives, drive innovation, and maintain a culture of excellence.

For the Vice President of Risk Solutions Product Development role at Visa, candidates are expected to have extensive experience in engineering leadership, a strong background in payment technologies, and proven skills in managing cross-functional teams. Additionally, knowledge of AI technologies, risk management, and previous experience in a leadership role are essential to succeed in this role.

The Vice President of Engineering at Visa plays a critical role in driving the strategic direction of product development. By collaborating with product teams and leveraging emerging technology, this position helps identify new opportunities, enhance existing products, and ensure solutions meet customer needs effectively.

At Visa, the work culture for the Vice President of Risk Solutions is one that champions innovation and excellence. You will be leading a team that values collaboration and creativity, providing an environment where ideas flourish and high standards are a priority.

The Vice President of Engineering for Risk Solutions Product Development at Visa is a hybrid position. You will be expected to work both in the office and remotely, with the specific in-office days to be confirmed with your hiring manager.

When addressing your experience leading technology teams, focus on specific instances where you successfully managed projects, fostered collaboration, and achieved high performance. Discuss your leadership style and how you empower your team, providing examples of how this has led to successful project outcomes.

In your response, emphasize your proactive approach to professional development. Mention attending industry conferences, participating in online courses, and engaging with professional networks to stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices in payment security.

Discuss your strategic vision for implementing layered risk management approaches. Highlight strategies such as leveraging AI technologies for predictive analytics, continuous assessment of existing systems, and collaborative efforts with product teams to respond to market needs.

Talk about specific metrics you would use to evaluate technology initiatives, including system performance, user engagement, and operational efficiency. Provide real examples from your previous roles where you utilized KPIs to drive improvements.

Share a detailed story of a challenging project, focusing on the obstacles you faced, how you navigated those challenges, and the eventual positive outcome. Make sure to illustrate how your leadership was central to the project's success.

Be prepared to explain your methodology for prioritization. Discuss using factors such as impact on business objectives, resource availability, timelines, and stakeholder feedback to determine the order of projects, and illustrate this with an example.

In your answer, discuss the importance of AI in enhancing fraud detection capabilities, improving decision-making processes, and fostering predictive analytics within risk solutions. Provide examples of how you would integrate AI into existing or new systems.

Describe your conflict resolution approach, emphasizing open communication, empathy, and finding common ground. Share a specific instance where you successfully mediated a disagreement to foster a collaborative environment.

Share specific innovations you have implemented in past positions, detailing the impact they had on team efficiency, product development, or customer satisfaction. Highlight how these innovations align with the ever-evolving payment technology landscape.

Discuss your vision for incorporating emerging technologies into Visa’s risk solutions. Explain how advancements in areas like blockchain, machine learning, and advanced analytics can provide a competitive edge and enhance overall system security.