Overview Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, connecting the world through an innovative, reliable, and secure payments network. Our mission is to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. This is a hybrid position with in-office days to be confirmed by the hiring manager.

Job Description Visa Research conducts both applied and fundamental research, partnering with technology and product teams, academic institutions, and government agencies to explore and develop transformative technologies that will shape the future of payments and impact billions of people worldwide.

Responsibilities

Lead the formulation and execution of an ambitious, forward-looking research agenda in quantum information and computation, with emphasis on applications to finance and payments.

Design, analyze, and prototype novel quantum algorithms and computational models to advance the state-of-the-art.

Mentor and coach both junior and senior scientists, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.

Drive multi-institution collaborations with academia, industry, and government research bodies.

Publish influential research in top-tier conferences and journals, and present work at leading scientific forums.

Engage with business and product leaders to translate research outcomes into strategic opportunities, influencing roadmaps.

Stay at the forefront of breakthroughs in quantum computing and related disciplines, assessing impact on Visa’s business.

Cultivate strong relationships with the global quantum research community to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring rigor, impact, and alignment with Visa’s long-term vision.

Qualifications Basic Qualifications:

12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree, or at least 10 years with an Advanced degree (e.g., Masters/MBA/JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years with a PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 12 years with an Advanced Degree (e.g., Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience; PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field; 7+ years of postdoctoral research experience in quantum computing or related domains; internationally recognized research track record; leadership in guiding large-scale, multi-institution programs; deep expertise in quantum computing for financial applications; proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent; hands-on experience deploying algorithms on quantum hardware; mentoring experience.

Additional Information 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 and may require sitting/standing at a desk, and use of standard office equipment.

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 consider 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 is $242,000.00 to $316,250.00 per year, with potential bonus and equity and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.

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