Sr. Systems Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure Engineering at Visa

Ashburn, Virginia, United States

Visa Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinTech, Payments, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience deploying infrastructure solutions on major public clouds such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Familiarity with DevOps philosophy and experience in infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation at scale
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes, microservices architecture, and cloud technologies
  • Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi
  • Ability to work with cloud infrastructure provisioning (e.g., EC2, IAM, Security Groups), logging, monitoring, configuration management, and orchestration

Responsibilities

  • Work with Cloud Architects to build secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions supporting Visa’s global payment systems and operational efficiency
  • Utilize knowledge of public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) to guide design and implementation of enterprise-level infrastructure solutions
  • Promote DevOps principles by driving adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation at scale
  • Establish and maintain standard foundational services for Visa’s public cloud environment, ensuring robust security, optimized cost, and enhanced developer productivity
  • Ensure availability, performance, and security of applications hosted in the cloud
  • Collaborate to mature the cloud ecosystem by establishing standards and integrating critical infrastructure management aspects (IaC, logging, monitoring, configuration management, orchestration)
  • Develop processes and procedures to unify multiple public cloud environments at scale, providing standardized approaches across diverse business units
  • Define and document best practices for cloud infrastructure provisioning (e.g., EC2, IAM, Security Groups) and implement robust logging and monitoring solutions
  • Design and deliver cloud solutions using IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi) in line with established automation standards
  • Set up and refine CI/CD pipeline templates to automate cloud application deployments with high security, scalability, and availability
  • Standardize and harden container platforms

Skills

Kubernetes
AWS
GCP
Azure
DevOps
Infrastructure as Code
Automation
Microservices
IaaS
Storage Engineering

Visa

Global digital payment network provider

About Visa

Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

Risks

CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.

Differentiation

Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Upsides

Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.

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