Senior Manager, Product Architect, VAS Sales Experience

Company: Visa Inc.
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and versatile solutions and data architect to support developing world-class sales tools and experiences. This role combines Data and Solution Architecture, Governance, and Solution Design. The ideal candidate will have a strong data and solution architecture background, with the ability to design and implement effective solutions that drive sales success. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.Key ResponsibilitiesSolution and Data Architecture

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of data sources, types and systems across the business, their potential use cases and proactively formulate recommendations to benefit the VAS Sales & Commercialization objectives.
• Create a compelling and scalable strategy and architecture to deliver against business objectives, collaborating with other data, IT, and business functions to ensure a complete vision.
• Continue the development of our proprietary Solution Mapping, evolving with the use of additional data sets to enhance.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to define data requirements and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Develop logic to enable the use of data to fulfill business objectives in collaboration with cross-functional colleagues.
• Lead in-depth discussions to define user flows and user experiences and assist partners in developing both frontend and backend infrastructure.Solution/Data Policies and Standards
• Establish and enforce solution and data policies, standards, and procedures.
• Develop and implement data quality management frameworks to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborate with the wider team, product owners and others to ensure validity of Solution Mapping data.
• Facilitate data stewardship and data ownership initiatives across the organization.Solution Management
• Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their solution and data needs.
• Create a robust operating model for enhancing and improving associated data.Basic Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related field with 8-9 or more years of work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Solution and data architecture, data governance, and Solution/Product Management roles.
• Strong knowledge of data management principles, data modelling, and database design.
• Strong understanding of various IT systems, technologies, and architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
• Proficient using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with data governance frameworks and data quality management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of payments API technology, card processing solutions, and card operations.Preferred Qualifications
• 8-10 years of work experience with a technical degree (Computer Science, Data Science or related).
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark).
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Certification in data management or data governance (e.g., CDMP, DGSP) is a plus.
• Strong understanding and experience with the payments industry, and associated products and services.Work EnvironmentWe are open to considering candidates who are currently based in Austin or San Francisco. This role will be hybrid and will require 3 days in the office per the direction of the hiring manager. We are not considering this role to be remote.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, and 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.U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 128,600.00 to 192,150.00 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.
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