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Progress starts with you.\nJob Description\nRole Summary:\nVisa is building a next-generation Agentic AI Platform that brings intelligent, autonomous agents into large-scale distributed applications across our global ecosystem.\nWe’re seeking a Staff Software Engineer who will design and build scalable backend systems that integrate AI agents into Visa’s enterprise infrastructure. You will work with other engineers and technical leaders to define the architecture, scaling strategy, and engineering standards for Visa’s AI-driven products.\nThis is a role for a self-driven engineer - a go-getter, builder, and problem solver with deep experience in Java microservices, GenAI integration, and distributed system design, and a true-north, entrepreneurial mindset focused on speed, quality, and innovation.\nKey Responsibilities:\nArchitecture & Design:\nArchitect and evolve the Agentic AI Platform to support multi-agent orchestration, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and integration with existing Visa microservices. Design scalable, secure backend systems using Java (Spring Boot) and Python (FastAPI/Flask). Develop RESTful and gRPC APIs that connect backend services, AI agents, and React front-end applications.\nAI & GenAI Integration:\nIntegrate Large Language Models (LLMs) such as GPT, Claude, Mistral, and Gemini into backend systems. Build and optimize RAG pipelines using vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS). Develop orchestration and agentic workflows using LangChain, LangGraph, or Autogen.\nScalability & Reliability:\nLead the design and implementation of distributed, fault-tolerant systems that scale horizontally. Implement auto-scaling, monitoring, and observability using Kubernetes, Docker, and Prometheus/Grafana. Drive best practices for latency reduction, cost optimization, and service reliability.\nLeadership & Execution:\nPartner with other senior engineers, ML engineers, and product leads to define and deliver the platform roadmap. Mentor developers, set coding standards, and lead design reviews. Deliver results with urgency - balancing innovation with enterprise rigor.\nInnovation & Strategy:\nExplore new frameworks, architectures, and deployment models to push the boundaries of Agentic AI in production. Drive continuous improvement, automation, and open-source adoption across the engineering organization.\nVisa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.\nQualifications\nBasic Qualifications:\n5+ years of relevant work experience with a bachelor’s degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD, OR 8+ years of relevant work experience.\nPreferred Qualifications:\n6+ years of backend software development experience with Java and Spring Boot.\nExperience in software engineering or a directly related field.\nExperience in developing and/or implementing web-based or mobile applications.\nExperience in a leadership role with or without direct reports.\nExperience in technologies/software systems or a directly related field.\nExperience in creating and maintaining test plans and executing testing procedures.\nExperience in debugging and troubleshooting software issues.\nExperience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions.\nExperience in code review and applying coding standards.\nExperience in building or enhancing developer tools.\n2+ years of backend experience with Python (FastAPI, Flask, or similar frameworks).\nProduction-level experience in building and deploying AI Agentic solutions, including orchestration of LLM-based agents, integration with enterprise microservices, and troubleshooting live production environments.\nHands-on experience implementing LLM, GenAI, and RAG systems using frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, or Autogen.\n• Strong understanding of AI orchestration and LLM integration patterns in distributed environments.\nProven experience building and scaling distributed microservice architectures.\nProficiency in REST/gRPC API design, event-driven architectures, and message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ).\nExperience with vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS) and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines.\nHands-on expertise with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).\nFamiliarity with SQL and NoSQL databases (MySQL, DynamoDB, MongoDB).\nExperience with containerization and CI/CD pipelines (Docker, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).\nExcellent debugging, performance optimization, and system design skills at scale.\nLeadership Attributes:\nGo-Getter: Executes decisively, drives clarity, and thrives in ambiguity.\nBuilder: Hands-on technologist who delivers high-impact systems from prototype to production.\nHustler: Operates with urgency and persistence to overcome obstacles.\nEntrepreneurial: Innovates beyond defined scope, with ownership and bias for action.\nTrue North: Leads with integrity, clarity, and long-term vision.\nLead by Example: Demonstrates accountability, openness, and excellence in technical and people leadership.\nExecute with Excellence: Sets a high bar for quality, collaboration, and delivery across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.\nTech Stack Snapshot:\nLanguages: Java (Spring Boot), Python (FastAPI, Flask), TypeScript\nAI Frameworks: LangChain, LangGraph, Autogen, LlamaIndex\nLLMs: GPT, Claude, Mistral, Gemini\nData: PostgreSQL, Redis, Pinecone, FAISS\nInfra: Docker, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, AWS/GCP\nFrontend Integration: React, GraphQL, REST/gRPC APIs\n\nInformation for US Applicants\nFor roles located in the US, the estimated salary range for this position is $131,600.00 to $ 210,300.00 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\nVaries upon the needs of the department.\nTravel Requirements\nThis position requires travel 5-10% of the time.\nMental/Physical Requirements\nThis 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.\nVisa is an EEO Employer\nQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. 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