Manager, Software Engineering

MasterCard

Arlington, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$161,000–$266,000 Per Year

SKILLS

ADO.NET Entity Framework, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Apache Hadoop, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Best Practices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Processing, Data Quality, DevOps, Docker, Emerging Technology, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Information Assets, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Java, Leadership, Mathematics, Medical Records, Mentoring, Microservices, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft ASP.NET (Active Server Page), Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Windows Azure, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Privacy Controls, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, REST (Representational State Transfer), Risk, SQL (Structured Query Language), Security Attacks, Service-Oriented Architecture (fka Distributed Object Architecture), Small Business, Software Development, Software Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Strategy, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Arlington, VA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Manager, Software Engineering Overview: Mastercard’s Portfolio Intelligence program is seeking a Manager, Software Engineering to play a pivotal role in the transition to Mastercard Intelligence Center 2.0, with a primary focus on data pipeline development and transformation. In this role, you will lead a high-performing engineering team while remaining actively involved in technical execution. You’ll balance strategic leadership with hands-on contributions, guiding architecture decisions, enabling innovation, and scaling solutions to meet long-term business needs. You will also shape the team’s evolution toward next-generation products, emerging technologies, and AI-driven capabilities—fostering an environment of adaptability, excellence, and continuous improvement. This is a hybrid position based in Arlington, VA requiring three days per week onsite. Role: • Oversee the design, development, and optimization of data pipelines and supporting infrastructure for Mastercard Intelligence Center 2.0. • Drive the team's transition toward future-state products, including AI-driven and intelligent automation solutions. • Maintain a 50/50 split between engineering leadership and hands-on technical contribution, including coding and architecture decision-making. • Ensure high standards of code quality, performance, reliability, and security through reviews, guidance, and best practices. • Lead, mentor, and coach a team of software engineers; promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. • Define and enhance engineering processes, methodologies, and long-term technology strategies. • Create development opportunities for junior team members and support their growth within the organization. • Evaluate, recommend, and integrate emerging technologies to increase scalability, efficiency, and maintainability. • Collaborate closely with Product, UX, Security, Privacy, and other cross-functional partners to deliver end-to-end solutions. • Lead large-scale initiatives from concept through delivery, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and business outcomes are met. • Own technical features that span multiple systems and teams, ensuring alignment and architectural integrity. All About You: • Proven experience as a Software Engineer, Developer, or Architect, with demonstrated success as a Manager mentoring and leading engineering teams in data-centric environments. • Strong coding proficiency in .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework), Java, with hands-on experience building RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications, and service-oriented architectures. • Strong expertise in SQL, Hadoop, Impala, and distributed data processing frameworks. • Ability to lead large-scale projects and innovate with emerging technologies. • Practical experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP. • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and DevOps practices. • Skilled in designing solutions with a focus on performance, security, scalability, and resiliency. • Exposure to Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience. This role is not eligible for Mastercard’s work authorization sponsorship. As such, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States, now as well as in the future, without employer sponsorship. #LI-NF1 #AI3 Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines. In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations. Pay Ranges Arlington, Virginia: $161,000 - $266,000 USD Everyone wants easier ways to pay; we invent them. Checkout lines are slow; we speed them along. Merchants want more sales; we give them data and insights. People need financial access; we connect them. Corporate purchasing is complicated; we make it simple. Commuters are busy; we speed them on their way. Governments need greater efficiencies; we help create them. Small businesses are virtual; we give them access to a world of buyers. Retailers want to fight fraud; we provide the tools.

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