Visa Inc

Sr. Director, Software Engineering

Visa Inc$206K — $360K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in technology leadership with a Bachelor's degree or 10+ years with an Advanced degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.
  • Proven delivery of scalable and available production systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
  • Business acumen with ability to distill complex concepts into simple terms.
  • Experience in hiring and managing top software engineering talent.
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Hands-on experience with AI/ML implementation and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire a multi-functional global development team focused on software products.
  • Mentor and develop engineers to produce high-quality outcomes.
  • Manage cross-functional collaboration with various stakeholders.
  • Set ambitious engineering goals aligned with company objectives and assist teams in meeting them.
  • Oversee daily operations of Release Engineering and DevOps capabilities.
  • Engage in strategic conversations with executive leaders to enact company strategies.
  • Drive the Developer Productivity Team's initiatives to optimize infrastructure and processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision benefits.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
  • Life Insurance coverage.
  • Generous Paid Time Off policy.
  • Wellness Programs to promote health and work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Visa's Technology Organization is a community of problem solvers and innovators reshaping the future of commerce. We are at the forefront of Agentic Software Development to transform inner and outer loop of software life cycle. We operate the world's most sophisticated processing networks capable of handling more than 65k secure transactions a second across 80M merchants, 15k Financial Institutions, and billions of everyday people. While working with us you will get to work on complex distributed systems and solve massive scale problems centered on new payment flows, business and data solutions, cyber security, and B2C platforms.

Visa's Value-Added Services (VAS) extends Visa beyond payments by delivering data, risk, identity, acceptance, issuing, and advisory capabilities that help clients grow revenue, reduce fraud, modernize commerce experiences, and accelerate digital transformation.

The Opportunity

We are looking for visionary, curious, and energetic technology leader and builder who embrace solving complex challenges on a global scale. We are looking for a leader within the Visa Acceptance platform (part of VAS) to take charge of the ISV segment and drive exponential growth. As a Visa Senior Director, you will be leading a large multi-functional global development team inventing, designing, building, and testing software products that reach a truly global customer base. While building components of powerful payment technology, you will get to see your efforts shaping the digital future of monetary transactions.

As a senior technology leader, you will operate at the intersection of engineering excellence, product strategy, and business outcomes, influencing enterprise-wide architecture decisions and shaping Visa's technology roadmap across multiple regions and portfolios.

Essential Functions

  • A thought leader who is instrumental in hiring, managing, and retaining top class engineers.


  • Responsible for mentoring and grooming teams to deliver high quality work.


  • Manage various stakeholders such as Product, Release, Performance, Performance Engineering, Operations, and Infrastructure teams.


  • Set high standard goals for engineers in alignment with organizational goals, and help teams achieve them.


  • Oversee daily activities of Release Engineering and DevOps.


  • Participate in strategic discussions and work closely with executive leadership teams to implement defined strategies.


  • Lead the Developer Productivity Team's strategic efforts - working on all three layers of the stack related to infrastructure, middleware, and continuous integration and delivery frameworks.


  • Support the implementation of new programs and subprograms, as well as enhancements, modifications, and corrections to existing software.


  • Troubleshoot and conduct root cause analysis to address routine to moderately complex reporting issues with accuracy or performance.


  • Analyze workloads and application inventories to determine optimal utilization patterns.


  • Responsible for all types of vulnerability remediation in non-production environments.


  • Define and evolve Build and Release best practice by working within teams and educating other stakeholder teams. These best practices should support traceability and auditability of change.


We do not expect that any single candidate would fulfill all of these characteristics. For instance, we have exciting team members who are really focused on building scalable systems but did not work with payments technology or web applications before joining Visa.

Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
  • 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA /JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD


Preferred Qualifications
  • 15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience
  • Proven experience delivering highly scalable and available production systems
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and communication/articulation skills
  • Strong business acumen, ability to grasp big picture and explain to team in simple terms.
  • Track record of hiring and managing world-class software engineers
  • Ability to manage multiple competing top priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Hands on experience in AI/ML implementation
  • Strong DevOps mind set and experience
  • Hands on experience in building highly scalable Developer Productivity tools
  • Thought leader with high standard of work ethics and emotional intelligence.
  • 5+ years of experience of leading large global teams
  • 5+ years of experience shipping highly scalable and distributed services
  • Deep expertise in AI and Agentic development and shipping AI powered features


U.S. Applicants Only
The estimated salary range for this position is $206,100.00 to $ 360,800.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity.Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

Work Hours

Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements

This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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Visa Inc Careers

Join the global team at Visa Inc, a leader in digital payments, and propel your career forward with a company known for innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and growth. At Visa, we are not just a payments company; we are an engine for progress, powering inclusive and sustainable commerce worldwide.

Work You'll Do

At Visa Inc, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's dedicated to making a difference. Whether you're looking for job opportunities in technology, marketing, finance, or customer service, Visa offers a range of positions that allow you to contribute to our mission of connecting the world through the most innovative, reliable, and secure payment network.

Innovate and Lead

Join a culture of innovation where your ideas can change the way the world pays and moves money. With Visa, you'll work alongside industry experts to develop solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive economic growth. Our leadership is committed to providing you with the tools and training needed to excel.

Grow Your Career

Visa Inc is committed to the professional growth of every team member. With comprehensive benefits, competitive employment packages, and opportunities for advancement, Visa empowers you to shape your career path. From internships to leadership roles, the potential for growth is limitless.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Visa, we believe our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, and every voice is heard. Through diversity training and a commitment to equitable hiring practices, we ensure that all team members have the opportunity to succeed.

Networking and Professional Development

Enhance your skills and expand your professional network through Visa’s global community. Participate in networking events, workshops, and seminars that are designed to bolster your industry knowledge and connect you with professionals across the globe.

Benefits and Culture

Visa Inc values the well-being of its employees. Enjoy a robust package of health, financial, and lifestyle benefits that support you and your family. Our culture promotes work-life balance, encourages curiosity, and supports the continuous pursuit of knowledge and excellence.

Join Our Team

Explore the exciting job opportunities at Visa Inc and discover how your skills and passions align with our mission. Prepare your resume, sharpen your interview skills, and get ready to embark on a rewarding career journey.

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Learn more about Visa Inc
Size
21,500 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$10.7 billion
Founded
1958
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$21.4 billion
NASDAQ

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