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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Solution Architect & AI Engineer - **Company:** Visa Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,400.0 - $183,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Consulting, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Web Platforms, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Software Applications, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Backend, Cloud Migration, Virtual Agents, Microservices - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/4ae80491-721a-4404-8514-46046659708d ## About the Role * 8+ years in software engineering, solution architecture, or enterprise architecture. * Strong hands-on development skills in Python and/or TypeScript. * Experience designing large-scale enterprise software solutions. * Deep knowledge of APIs, microservices, distributed systems, cloud platforms, and integration architectures. * Hands-on experience with: + LLM applications + RAG architectures + Agentic AI systems + Vector databases + AI orchestration frameworks + Enterprise AI security and governance * Strong stakeholder management and client-facing consulting experience. * English and Spanish (Portuguese is a plus). Ideal Candidate A successful candidate is: * Architect and engineer in equal measure. * Can discuss architecture strategy with CIOs/CTOs and also review source code and implementation designs. * Comfortable moving between client workshops, architecture assessments, solution design, and hands-on AI development. * Able to challenge vendors on architecture while also building prototypes and production solutions when needed. * Focused on delivering measurable business value through AI and modern software architectures. ## Description This role combines strategic architecture consulting with hands-on AI solution engineering. The candidate must be equally comfortable defining enterprise architectures, advising clients on technology strategy, and building production-grade AI solutions. They will act as both a trusted technology advisor and a technical lead responsible for designing and implementing AI-powered systems., Solutions Architecture & Technology Consulting (50%) * Assess client technology landscapes and current-state architectures. * Design target-state architectures for digital platforms, cloud modernization, and payment solutions. * Define architecture principles, integration patterns, APIs, security standards, and implementation roadmaps. * Lead architecture reviews, technical assessments, and vendor evaluations. * Produce architecture artifacts including blueprints, diagrams, and technical recommendations. * Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives and technology leaders. AI Engineering & Solution Delivery (50%) * Design and develop AI-powered applications using LLMs, RAG, agents, embeddings, and enterprise data. * Build backend services, APIs, integrations, and orchestration workflows. * Implement production-ready agentic AI architectures and automation solutions. * Develop evaluation, monitoring, observability, and governance capabilities. * Own solution delivery from architecture through development, deployment, and continuous improvement. * Create reusable AI patterns, frameworks, and best practices for enterprise adoption. Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager. 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