Data & AI Use Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience #LifeatVisa.

Job Description

As artificial intelligence and data-driven technologies become increasingly central to Visa’s innovation agenda, the Global Data Office (GDO) is expanding its AI and Data Governance function to ensure responsible, compliant, and effective use of these capabilities across the enterprise.

In this role, you will drive Visa’s Responsible Data Use program  – evaluating cutting-edge AI and data initiatives – to safeguard trust and unlock business value. You will be at the forefront of Visa’s innovation, guiding how new AI solutions roll out globally while ensuring they meet our obligations to clients, regulators, and consumers. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead cross-functional collaborations, take ownership of mission-critical processes, and shape policies that govern data and AI use at Visa.

Key Responsibilities : (What You’ll Do)

Drive and enhance the Data & AI Use Case Assessment process  – a key engine of Visa’s innovation – enabling calculated, transparent risk-taking for faster business growth. You will  continuously improve  this process to support new AI / data initiatives while maintaining compliance and trust.

Execute a wide range of initiatives  to implement Visa’s Responsible Data Use framework, including spearheading organizational change management efforts that embed data ethics into the company’s culture.

Collaborate across all Visa regions and functions  as a catalyst in Visa’s innovation pipeline. Work cross-functionally with teams (Product, Innovation, Analytics, Privacy, etc.) to operationalize data use guidelines globally, ensuring every project meets our standards and obligations.

Conduct thorough Data & AI use case reviews :  Examine incoming data use requests in detail and evaluate their risk against established Data & AI policies and rules. Where necessary, dive deep into technical specifics (even reverse-engineering algorithms) to ensure compliance and effectiveness.

Lead end-to-end analysis of use cases :  Take charge of reviews for complex AI and data projects. Identify and document potential risks with precision, bring in additional subject-matter experts for insight when needed, and synthesize all feedback into clear, actionable review reports.

Take ownership of expert consultations :  Engage internal subject-matter experts (legal, compliance, technology, etc.) to gather feedback on data use scenarios that fall outside existing guidelines. You’ll own these collaborations, ensuring that no critical insight is missed when assessing novel or ambiguous cases.

Drive policy improvements :  Proactively identify gaps or gray areas in current data use policies. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to propose well-founded policy updates or alternative solutions, backing your recommendations with solid facts and analysis to drive leadership discussions.

Champion training and awareness :  Help lead workshops and training sessions that educate Visa staff on our Data Use Policy and core data values. Be prepared to step up and  lead training  sessions, inspiring teams across the organization to uphold responsible data practices.

Amplify our Data & AI Policy & Governance message :  Create and curate engaging content for the Global Data Office’s internal sites and our external “Data @ Visa” pages. Your content will showcase progress, highlight success stories, and reinforce the importance of responsible AI and data use.

Communicate progress and insights :  Prepare compelling materials (presentations, reports, dashboards) to  socialize Data & AI Use Policy developments  and share insights from Data Use Case Assessment reviews with stakeholders at all levels. Ensure transparency, buy-in, and alignment on data governance initiatives.

Take on new challenges :  Support ad-hoc Data Policy projects and new initiatives as they arise. Whether it’s a sudden regulatory change or a novel business proposal, you are ready to jump in, adapt, and contribute to solutions in real time.

Connect policy and practice :  Make sure learnings from Data & AI use case reviews inform the broader data governance strategy. Share insights across teams (“cross-pollination”) so that our policies, guidelines, and operations all advance together in a unified, informed way.

Partner with data stakeholders :  Work closely with Data Stewards and data requestors to gather complete and detailed information for each use case upfront. By ensuring you have all the facts, you enable more efficient reviews and more effective risk assessments. we can add also collaboration with other compliance teams

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

• 2 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD, or PhD)

Preferred Qualifications :

Soft Skills & Work Style : (What Makes You Successful in This Role)

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.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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 also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY : The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 137,400.00 to 193,750.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA / HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.