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Job Description
The Lead Architect will assume a leadership role in defining the strategy and vision for how we utilize cloud technologies in the construction of our systems. We are looking for a seasoned cloud specialist that can assist us in our journey to host our solutions on a cloud based stack utilizing containers, and adopting a modern CI/CD pipeline. A detail-oriented technical professional is required to not only participate in building our technical strategy, but also in applying sound security and operational best practices for solutions hosted in the cloud, or on premise using cloud technologies. The role will be a key technical leader in identifying and applying industry trends in process, tools, and methodologies. A key responsibility of this role will be to build positive and effective relationships among the assorted Product, Development, QA, Project Management and Operations teams to work within designed processes. This person will provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to the solution architects working directly with project implementations. A proven record of converting architecture and strategy into actionable delivery will be a primary requirement for this position.
As a key member of the architecture team, the candidate must be comfortable with driving technical ideas and communicating clearly with technical as well as non-technical audiences.
Essential Functions
Develop architecture for applications targeted for cloud-based technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Remain current with cloud technology trends, industry best practices, experiment and incorporate learnings into target state evolution of in-scope applications.
In collaboration with our architecture team, develop and maintain the strategy for incorporating our CI/CD pipeline with the use of cloud technologies to further streamline and automate our processes.
Own and lead initiatives to define, design, and implement cloud-based solutions which includes reference architectures, estimates, and costing.
Accountable for managing the security and risk posture associated with our cloud-based solutions and services, working through exceptions, vulnerability remediation, and pen test findings as needed.
Interface with Visa’s Cybersecurity function to ensure cybersecurity best practices are applied in addition to maintaining conformance to Visa’s standards.
Demonstrate an in depth understanding of protection of data in transit, at rest, and in-use, applying those practices in underlying architecture work.
Provide oversight to project delivery, focusing on driving down technical debt over time.
Lead and mentor solution architects, engineers, managers and business teams and individuals.
Communicate cross-functionally on the vision and provide presentations of the proposed solution.
Act as a subject matter expert on Cloud best practices within and outside of the organization.
Perform analysis best practices and emerging concepts in Cloud based technologies, both internally and externally hosted.
Acts as a technical liaison between product, engineering teams, operations, cybersecurity, and support.
Perform profiling, troubleshooting of existing solutions.
Create and maintain architecture artifacts.
Lead by example, demonstrating accountability, mentoring junior team members, and by contributing to departmental procedures, best practices, and standards.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhDPreferred Qualifications12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD BS or MS in Computer Science or related degree from an accredited university. 8+ years of experience architecting, designing, and building solutions, with 2+ years specializing in cloud-based solutions. Experience with building architectures using container-based technologies on Docker and Kubernetes. Demonstrate an understanding of cloud computing architectural fundamentals including distinctions between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Must be comfortable building systems architecture artifacts using modeling and being able to effectively communicate architectural intention to delivery teams, business partners, and leadership. Broad knowledge of software development and software testing methodologies along with change and configuration management practices in internally hosted, and cloud hosted environments. Clear understanding of Data Protection requirements in securing cloud-based applications. Experience with automated deployment, continuous integration, and release engineering tools. Strong knowledge of infrastructure automation tools. Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle tools and processes. Strong knowledge and expertise in DevOps solution delivery and strategy. Solid knowledge of design patterns and refactoring concepts. Working experience with Network and Application Security related to protecting Cloud-based applications. Experience as technical lead organizing and mentoring junior and intermediate level engineers/architects. Familiarity with major cloud platforms including AWS, Azure and Google Cloud. Demonstrated project management experience in Agile (Scrum), which includes project planning, execution, risk management, and resource management Practical expertise in performance tuning and optimization, bottleneck problems analysis Strong technical expertise and troubleshooting skills Familiarity with Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements, responsibility matrix, and associated Attestation of Compliance reports considered a plus.COLORADO APPLICANTS ONLY: This position has a minimum base salary of $124,200 and a midpoint base salary of $161,500. The base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, this position is eligible for annual bonus and equity.Additional Information
Visa has adopted a COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and visitors. As a condition of employment, all employees based in the U.S. are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved or as otherwise required by law.Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.Travel Requirements: This position requires travel5-10% 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.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.
Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.
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