FAQs
What is the primary purpose of this role?
The primary purpose of this role is to develop and improve capabilities for Mastercard's fraud prevention platform, ensuring that products meet high customer expectations while enhancing functionality and scalability.
What technologies will I be working with?
You will be working primarily with Java, as well as other technologies including Tomcat, shell scripting, JSON, multi-threading, Maven, Linux, SQL, Pivotal, Kafka, and the Spring framework tech stack.
What is the minimum experience required for this position?
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role is required for this position.
Is experience with cloud software development necessary?
Yes, experience with cloud software development, particularly with PCF and Azure, is a requirement for this role.
Will I be managing a team in this role?
This position may involve managing medium-sized projects and initiatives, leading segments of larger initiatives, or supervising a small team while assigning day-to-day work.
What kind of working environment is expected?
The working environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive, where individual strengths, views, and experiences are valued and foster innovation.
Are there opportunities for professional development within the team?
Yes, this role includes overseeing and providing technical support to junior team members, allowing for opportunities to mentor and foster professional development.
What is the expected interaction with production systems?
The role includes assisting with production support issues by acting as a point-of-contact and subject matter expert in resolving incidents and problem tickets.
Will I have a chance to work on cutting-edge technologies?
Yes, this position offers the opportunity to learn and work with cutting-edge technologies while helping to solve complex business problems related to fraud prevention.
Is knowledge of security practices important for this role?
Yes, understanding secure coding best practices is essential for ensuring the security of the applications developed within this role.
What are the expectations regarding communication skills?
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, as the role involves collaboration with technical leads, business analysts, and other team members to define features and user stories.