Software Engineer - SDET
- Location
- Austin, TX
- Listed
- 3 days ago
Role Summary
The SW Engineer is responsible for conducting, planning, or overseeing one or more aspects of the analysis, design, programming, debugging, and modification of computer programs for commercial or end user applications. This role involves writing code, completing programming tasks, and performing testing and debugging of applications. The SW Engineer also completes documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance, and may interface with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications or develop cost estimates, budgets, and schedules.
All roles require digital fluency, including the ability to work with emerging technologies such as Generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday work.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct analysis, design, programming, debugging, and modification of computer programs for commercial or end user applications.
- Write code, complete programming tasks, and perform testing and debugging of applications.
- Complete documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance.
- Interface with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications.
- Develop cost estimates, budgets, and schedules as needed.
Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, OR 3+ years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C/C++, C#,.NET, Python, JavaScript, or HTML.
- Experience writing automation tools using Selenium, Java, REST APIs, Python, Groovy, and related technologies.
- Familiarity with software testing principles and quality assurance practices.
- Solid understanding of software engineering concepts, methodologies, and Agile development practices.
- Demonstrated experience using Generative AI and AI-assisted engineering tools to improve software development, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and productivity.
- Ability to contribute across software development, quality engineering, test automation, and production support activities based on project needs.
- Document processes, designs, test results, and analysis.
- Lead root cause analysis and defect resolution activities.
- Review and provide feedback on code, test designs, and test cases.
- Communicate project status and technical information effectively to stakeholders.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to take on challenges and solve problems proactively.
- Highly driven, resourceful, and results-oriented.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, lead initiatives, and navigate ambiguity.
Pay and benefits
For roles located in the US, the estimated salary range for this position is $86,500.00 to $ 134,400.00 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
Varies upon the needs of the department.
Travel Requirements
This position requires travel 5-10% 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.
About Us
Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.
At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale - tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world.
Join Visa and do work that matters - to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protect veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
From Visa's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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