Software Engineer - Staff level

Visa’s Technology Organization is a community of problem solvers and innovators reshaping the future of commerce.   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’ll 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.     Role OverviewAs a Staff Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our suite of Debit applications. Your primary responsibility will be to design, develop, and implement scalable test automation solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our testing processes.In this role, you will also be responsible for reviewing and enhancing our existing Test Frameworks, developing, and executing detailed testing plans, and addressing any anomalies or issues that arise. You will work closely with various teams within the organization to ensure that our software applications meet the highest standards of quality, usability, and performance.The ideal candidate for this role should possess robust programming skills, with extensive experience in languages such as Java and JavaScript. You should demonstrate proficiency in writing efficient and maintainable code, debugging, and problem-solving within these languages. In-depth knowledge of the latest Java and JavaScript frameworks, libraries, and best practices is essential. The candidate should also have a strong understanding of object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms in the context of Java and JavaScript.This role requires a combination of technical expertise in software development and testing, as well as strong analytical skills to understand and assess requirements, develop optimal testing strategies, and address and resolve issues effectively. Your contributions will be instrumental in maintaining the reliability of our applications and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions to our customers.This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment, and make a significant impact on our product quality and customer satisfaction. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to quality and a passion for software testing and automation.Essential FunctionsAs a Staff Software Engineer, you will be entrusted with the design and development of scalable test automation solutions that cater to our suite of Debit applications. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring these applications are robust and reliable.Your responsibilities will extend to the examination and enhancement of our current Test Frameworks. Through a detailed review, you will identify potential improvements and carry out the necessary changes to boost the efficiency and efficacy of these frameworks.In addition, you will be involved in the evaluation of requirements, determining the optimal testing strategy based on these assessments. You will develop and execute detailed testing plans, ensuring any anomalies or issues that arise are promptly and effectively addressed.ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate Visa's core values, maintaining a delivery-focused approach.Cultivate, support, and promote an organizational culture that provides for high performance, high morale, collaboration, and innovation.Design, create, execute, and report on functional and End to End tests against multiple applications, services, and projects by building highly scalable automation solutions.Create systems and test documentation per organizational standards.Ensure compliance with audit and security requirements for all testing activities.Actively seek opportunities to evolve and improve the existing standards and practices to improve efficiency.Identify and document software/system defects in a clear, timely manner.Assume responsibility for following up and ensuring identified defects are resolved and validated.Identify and troubleshoot system, integration or operability issues working with other departments as needed.Cultivate, support, and promote an organizational culture that provides for high performance, high morale, integrity, and teamwork.Work with business representatives, IT Management, IT Development, support teams and vendors to ensure on time, on budget, and high-quality deliverables.Coordinate and collaborate with our globally distributed team.Create, modify, and improve automated test suites and frameworks.This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.Visa is not offering relocation assistance for this role.