Principal Engineer (Architecture)

Mastercard is seeking a Principal Engineer (Architecture) to join their MDES team in O'Fallon, Missouri. This role involves leading the architecture and design of MDES Services, focusing on regional distribution and localization. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Product Management and the Engineering Team to develop high-level designs and will be responsible for addressing non-functional requirements in platform and solution architecture. Additionally, the role includes developing critical components and creating proof of concepts for new use cases. The position is ideal for someone with a strong background in software development and engineering practices, particularly in building scalable and highly available enterprise-grade payment applications. While specific qualifications and experience requirements are not detailed, a passion for technical mentorship and leadership is emphasized. The job does not specify the working arrangement, leaving it open to interpretation. This role is suited for individuals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to innovative payment solutions.