MasterCard

Senior Software Engineer (C++)

MasterCard$91K — $140K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in software development, specifically with modern C++.
  • Proven track record in building high-performance, reliable, and maintainable code.
  • Experience with performance-critical and real-time system design.
  • Deep knowledge of distributed systems and microservice architectures.
  • Strong understanding of secure coding practices and principles of software development life cycle (SDLC).

Responsibilities

  • Architect, design, and develop enterprise-grade software solutions.
  • Identify opportunities for service enhancement and build effective roadmaps.
  • Write well-designed, testable, maintainable, and secure code.
  • Automate and simplify development and delivery workflows.
  • Lead blameless postmortems to identify and learn from root causes.
  • Mentor junior engineers, guiding their technical growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at a global technology company with a positive social mission.
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and a dynamic work environment.
  • Collaborative company culture that emphasizes mentorship and professional growth.
  • Participation in a discretionary annual incentive program.
  • Access to comprehensive security training and practices that promote professional integrity.
Full Job Description

Title and Summary


Senior Software Engineer (C++)

Who is Mastercard?
Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential.
Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.

Overview
The Decision Management program enables intelligent decision based products through streaming analytics with the ability to govern these decisions and manage their outcomes with business agility. Platform leverage insights from historical data, merchant relation graph, consumer profiling, advanced machine learning models, business rules and & AI inferening engines to deliver real time decisions at global scale.

We are looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join our DMP team in Vancouver office.

• Are you a strong technical engineer with experience working on high performance applications?
• Are you a excited about getting a 360 degree view of the coding world - writing code to develop a piece of code as well as write code to test it?
• Are you passionate about making a difference in this world?
• Do you want to be part of a team which helps prevent fraud on every Mastercard transaction in this world?

Role
• Architect, design and develop enterprise-grade software solutions.
• Identify opportunities and build roadmaps to enhance primary service/function.
Commitment to engineering excellence, including:
• Writing welldesigned, testable, maintainable, and secure code
• Automating and simplifying development and delivery workflows
• Participating in and driving blameless postmortems to identify root causes and apply learnings
• Mentor or guide less experienced engineers.

All About You
• Strong programming skills in modern C++, with a track record of writing highperformance, reliable, and maintainable code.
• Experience building performancecritical and realtime systems, with a deep understanding of scalability, latency, throughput, and reliability tradeoffs.
• Proven ability to design and implement highthroughput data pipelines, including instrumentation and live performance monitoring.
• Solid understanding of distributed systems and microservice architectures, including servicetoservice communication patterns (REST, gRPC, streaming).
• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and secure communications (TLS/SSL, mTLS, HTTPS), with familiarity SDLC principles.

Bonus Points
• Handson experience with Rust programming languages and its integration with C++ APIs.
• Cloudnative development experience, preferably on AWS.
• Experience integrating native services with other languages, including: Java (JNI) Python (ctypes, pybind11)
• Handson experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to support reliable and repeatable software delivery.
• Familiarity with ML/AI methods, methematics and statistics.

Corporate Security Responsibility


All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

  • Abide by Mastercards security policies and practices;

  • Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

  • Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

  • Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercards guidelines.


In line with Mastercards total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in Canada, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive pay based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program.

Pay Ranges

Vancouver, Canada: $91,000 - $140,000 CAD




About MasterCard

Transactis transforms traditional paper billing and payment processing by enabling businesses of all sizes to replace paper bills, statements, invoices, payments and documents with more efficient digital alternatives. Transactis goes to market exclusively with resellers—financial institutions, technology companies, printers and business process outsourcers—to provide their customers with secure, configurable, white-label, industry-leading SaaS solutions. More than a technology provider to resellers, Transactis is a full-service business partner, delivering a broad and deep suite of sales, marketing, technical and operational support, empowering resellers to more successfully serve their clients. Transactis meets the strictest regulatory and compliance requirements including HIPAA, SSAE 16, PCI Level 1, and SOC 2. Transactis’ investors include ff Venture Capital, MacAndrews & Forbes, Metamorphic Ventures, Safeguard Scientifics, StarVest Partners, Capital One, Fifth Third Bank, PNC, TD Bank and Wells Fargo.

MasterCard Careers

Joining MasterCard offers more than just a job opportunity; it's a gateway to a career infused with innovation, leadership, and growth. As a global leader in payment solutions, MasterCard is at the forefront of the digital economy, driving transformation in the fintech sector.

Work You’ll Do

At MasterCard, your work impacts the global economy. Our team is dedicated to shaping the future of commerce with advanced payment technologies and robust security measures. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in technology and business, contributing to projects that enhance how people pay and get paid across the world.

Innovate and Lead

MasterCard is synonymous with innovation. We encourage our professionals to lead with creativity and vision, supported by our substantial investments in technology and research. Our leadership in the digital payments space is not just about technology, but also about the innovative minds that drive our company forward.

Grow Your Career

Career growth at MasterCard is dynamic and rewarding. With a plethora of job opportunities ranging from internships to executive positions, your potential for advancement is limitless. Our commitment to professional development is evident through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that prepare you for the next steps in your career.

Be Part of Our Diverse Team

Diversity and inclusion are the bedrock of our company culture. MasterCard’s global team is rich in diverse perspectives, and we believe this is key to our innovation. By joining us, you become part of a culture that values every individual’s unique background and experiences.

Benefits and Culture

MasterCard is committed to supporting our employees’ well-being both inside and outside of work. Our benefits package is designed to enhance your life and help you build a rewarding career. From health and wellness programs to flexible working arrangements, we ensure that our team members are well taken care of.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re starting out with an internship or seeking a leadership role, MasterCard offers positions that challenge your skills and push you towards personal and professional achievements. Our hiring process is thorough, ensuring that we match the right talent to the right roles.

Networking and Professional Development

Networking at MasterCard goes beyond connecting with colleagues; it involves engaging with industry leaders and innovators who are shaping the future of commerce. Our employees have access to a wide range of networking events, workshops, and seminars that enhance their skills and career trajectories.

Join Our Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests on the MasterCard Careers page. We are looking for passionate, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make a difference in the world of digital payments.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. MasterCard is not just a company; it’s a place where you can shape your future and the future of commerce worldwide.

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step in your career? Update your resume, prepare for your interview, and apply for a position at MasterCard. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await you in a career at one of the world’s leading financial technology companies.

MasterCard Jobs and Careers

Empower your professional journey with MasterCard, where innovation, leadership, and growth come together to create transformative career experiences. Join us and make your mark in the evolving landscape of digital payments.
Learn more about MasterCard
Size
24,000 employees
Market Cap
$330.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$15.3 billion
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