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This backend-focused role involves building and maintaining scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines and automated data assets using Python, SQL, and Spark to support Visa’s global analytical and product development teams.About UsVisa 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.Job DescriptionAs a Data Engineering Graduate, you will play a key role in building the scalable data foundation that powers Visa’s analytical, data science, and product development work across Europe. Unlike traditional Data Science roles focused on modelling or insight generation, Data Engineering focuses on developing data pipelines, transforming large datasets, automating processes, and enabling teams to operate efficiently and at scale.You’ll work closely with Data Engineers and Data Scientists to build repeatable, reusable, and automated data assets that support client projects across Europe. Much of the work is backend-focused, requiring strong coding foundations and an engineering-first mindset. While the role is not typically client-facing, strong communication is required to work effectively in a global team environment.What You’ll DoAs part of your graduate rotation, you will:Develop a deep understanding of Visa’s data ecosystem and how data is used across Data Science, Product, and Analytics teams.Build, test, and maintain ETL/ELT data pipelines using Python, SQL, Spark, and other big-data tools.Support the design and delivery of scalable, reusable data assets to be used repeatedly across client engagements.Automate and standardize backend data workflows to improve the reliability and consistency of data used by downstream teams.Work with large datasets, performing transformations and ensuring data quality, integrity, and accuracy.Collaborate with global Data Engineering teams (North America & other regions) on productionizing and maintaining key data assets.Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical documentation, and follow engineering best practices including Git-based version control and CI/CD.Troubleshoot data pipeline issues and assist with performance optimization.QualificationsBasic QualificationsPermanent right to work in the UK. Please specify this on your CV.Graduating in 2025 or summer 2026 with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or another technical field - ready to start the role in September 2026.Strong programming foundations in Python and SQL.Interest in backend engineering, data systems, and scalable data processing.Familiarity with at least one big-data or distributed computing framework (e.g., Spark, Hadoop, Hive).Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal.Preferred QualificationsExperience or exposure to:Data pipeline development (ETL/ELT)Git or other version control systemsWorkflow orchestration tools (Airflow, Luigi, Prefect)Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)Unix/Linux command lineInterest in scaling data engineering processes and learning software engineering best practices.Ability to collaborate effectively with teammates across geographies.Visa is an EEO EmployerQualified 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.

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This client-facing role involves the end-to-end development of predictive machine learning models and analytics-driven strategies to solve complex business challenges for Visa’s European partners.About UsVisa 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.Job DescriptionThe Data Scientist Graduate is a key member of the client-facing Data Science Lab team in the European region. As a Data Scientist, you will be accountable for the development and delivery of analytics-driven strategies and solutions for Visa’s external clients in Europe. In this role, you will work collaboratively with VCA and a multitude of internal functions, their senior leaders, and our clients in promoting an insight-driven culture, creative analytic solutions, and best practices to drive business performance with a clear commercial ‘value’ and measurable ‘return’. Half of your day will involve delivering projects (coding/working with data), and the other half will be dedicated to discussing data requirements and managing internal and external meetings. Please bear in mind that our workload varies tremendously, as each project is very bespoke. Sometimes we might be delivering a CSV file; another time, a predictive machine learning model or segmentation. Whatever the solution is, you will be involved in the end-to-end process, starting from gathering clients’ requirements all the way to delivering actionable insights that enable our clients to make data-driven business decisions.Principal ResponsibilitiesPromote the use of data science to solve business challenges for external clients, showcasing creative and impactful solutions.Collaborate with VCA consultants to identify and develop data science opportunities that support business development and revenue growth.Apply predictive modeling and machine learning techniques to improve client outcomes in areas like customer acquisition, retention, and profitability.Analyze VisaNet data to uncover key performance metrics and identify issuer P&L opportunities that drive growth for clients and Visa.Deliver business-centric insights through effective data visualization and storytelling that support strategic decision-making.Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable data science solutions.Manage multiple data science projects, ensuring clear scope, methodology, and alignment with client goals and timelines.Develop and execute analytic plans using appropriate statistical and data mining techniques, while maintaining thorough project documentation.Enhance existing solutions by introducing new methodologies, tools, and best practices in the field of data science.Automate processes and stay current with emerging tools, software, and techniques to continuously improve efficiency and innovation.Visa requires at least 3 days in office, expectations of these days will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.QualificationsWhat we’re after:Permanent right to work in the UK, please specify this on your CVGraduating in 2025 or in summer 2026, ready to start the job on October 6thGraduate/Postgraduate degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Operational Research, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, or equivalent experience.Fluent in English.Ability to communicate with impact and interest in working in a consulting-like environment and client-facing project roles.Familiarity with modern distributed systems, including Hadoop, SQL, MLP, and Apache Spark.Familiarity with one or more data analytics/programming tools such as Python.Knowledge of applying predictive modelling and machine learning techniques to problems.Visa is an EEO EmployerQualified 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.

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This two-year rotational programme offers experience across Corporate Finance functions like Treasury, Pricing, and Deals, while providing support for professional qualifications (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) and the integration of AI tools for financial analysis.About UsVisa 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.Job DescriptionFinance Graduate ProgrammeOur graduate programme is an exciting 2-year programme offering 2 x 1- year rotations across our Finance teams. You will build your skillset, complete challenging work and gain experience to kick start your career at Visa. We are passionate about developing our colleagues and you will be given the opportunity to study for a professional qualification (CIMA, ACA or ACCA). Finance is one of our Graduate Programmes here at Visa, being a Graduate a VISA also means belonging to a community of talents that are exposed to company- wide training and engagement opportunities.All graduates start the programme in London but could have the opportunity to do their 2nd rotation in a continental office (working permit permitting) – Paris, Madrid, Milan, Frankfurt, Warsaw, Stockholm or Istanbul.AI capability is rapidly becoming essential across all business functions, and we're looking for graduates who can grow with this transformation. Candidates with foundational AI skills — or a strong willingness to develop them — will be well-positioned to accelerate decision-making, automate manual processes, and unlock insights from complex data. As AI tools become embedded across finance and beyond, early-career professionals who understand how to apply these technologies in a governed, compliant way will be critical to driving innovation while managing risk. This is an opportunity to build future-ready skills from day one.Day to Day ResponsibilitiesIn Finance, we want new, fresh perspectives in a rapidly changing world. This means we are looking for problem solvers like you to revolutionise the world of payments who can also look at the bigger picture through innovation and collaboration.Here are some exciting things you could do as a graduate in Corporate Finance:Experience the day to day of our Deals team, participating in some of Visa’s negotiations with some of the biggest banks in the world.Work in our Pricing team helping us better price our product and services, understand strategic levers of pricing.Collaborate with our Treasury team to understand key drivers behind our Balance Sheet, cash flow and help build stress testing scenarios.Interpreting financial data to identify future business potential by working closely with senior leaders in Sales, Strategy or Marketing.Improve Visa’s financial performance by analyzing results and variances, identifying trends and recommending actions.Working with us in sourcing to optimise our large budget of investments, making sure we always invest in those activities and campaigns that give us higher returns.Joining the Tax team supporting them in the setting up of new legal entities.And finally, develop deep technical expertise in financial data accuracy, integrity and consistency by working within the Controllership team.QualificationsLess than 6 months of relevant work experience with either Bachelor's or Master's degree graduating December 2025 - August 2026.Ideally studied Economics, Finance, Business or STEM subject at UniversityMust be available to start working September 2026 – no early or late start dates to ensure a common onboarding experience and development opportunities.Permanent Authorization to work in the U.K is a precondition of employment for this position. Home Office sponsorship requirement mean that Visa will not be in a position to sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered. Intern or placement year experience in finance or at a financial institution is desirable.Proactive, with experience of being a self-starter and has a willingness to learn.Passionate about technology and the payments industry.Ability to work with emerging technologies such as Generative AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) to support everyday work.Experience using MS Office tools such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.Some knowledge of SQL, Python, R is not necessary, but welcome.Confident communication skills to be able to work with senior stakeholders.Visa is an EEO EmployerQualified 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.

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