Staff Data Engineers are expert problem-solvers and builders who design, implement, and improve software applications and systems. In this role, engineers spend a significant portion of their time coding, working hands-on with code, data, and modern tools—including AI-assisted development, cloud services, and automation frameworks—to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality technology solutions that drive business outcomes in the fintech sector. They collaborate with cross-functional teams such as product managers, designers, data scientists, QA, operations, and compliance to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions, all while adhering to best practices, security standards, and regulatory requirements. This is a hands-on role requiring both deep data engineering expertise and the ability to work across legacy modernization and new platform innovation. You’ll collaborate closely with the Agentic Engineer, ML teams, and business stakeholders to enable AI-driven insights and intelligent data orchestration.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of hands-on data engineering experience, including enterprise-scale data warehousing and pipeline design.
Proven success supporting and modernizing SQL Server–based data warehouses in high-SLA environments.
Production-level experience architecting Hadoop, Spark, and Databricks data pipelines.
Expertise in ETL/ELT frameworks, data modeling, and schema design for analytical and operational use cases.
Strong programming proficiency in Python, Java, or Scala.
Hands-on experience with AWS or Azure (Glue, Synapse, Redshift, Delta Lake, S3).
Familiarity with Kafka, Airflow, Kubernetes, and containerized data services.
Understanding of RAG pipelines, vector databases, and AI data flows.
Experience designing data pipelines and APIs compatible with Model Context Protocol (MCP)-based agent frameworks, enabling seamless integration between AI agents, data services, and enterprise APIs
Strong SQL optimization, debugging, and production troubleshooting experience.
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Experience developing data warehouse migration or modernization from SQL Server to Hadoop/Spark ecosystems.
Deep understanding of data lineage, metadata management, and governance frameworks (e.g., Atlas, Great Expectations).
Familiarity with LangChain, LangGraph, and MCP for integrating AI agents with data systems.
Strong ability to balance innovation and stability across coexisting legacy and modern data architectures.
Proven track record mentoring engineers and collaborating across global teams.
Leadership Attributes:
Go-Getter: Executes decisively and thrives in complex, hybrid data environments.
Builder: Hands-on developer who delivers scalable, production-grade data systems.
Hustler: Operates with urgency and accountability across multiple technology stacks.
Entrepreneurial: Drives innovation in data architecture and modernization.
True North: Leads with integrity and alignment to Visa’s mission and long-term data strategy.
Lead by Example: Sets high standards of excellence and transparency.
Execute with Excellence: Ensures reliability, performance, and operational maturity across all data systems.
Tech Stack Snapshot:
Languages: Python, Java, Scala, SQL, T-SQL
Data Systems: SQL Server, Hadoop, Spark, Databricks, Delta Lake, Snowflake
Pipelines: Kafka, Airflow, Glue, Azure Data Factory
AI Integration: LangChain, LangGraph
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure
Infra: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Jenkins
Governance: Great Expectations, Atlas, Data Privacy & Encryption Frameworks
Visa is an EEO Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
About Visa
Financial Services10,001+Founded 1958
Visa is a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, banks, and governments in over 200 countries through its electronic payment network, VisaNet.