Mastercard is looking to leverage Artificial Intelligence to make commerce safer, smarter, and more personal by building next-generation AI-powered platforms to drive innovation and impact.
Requirements
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and enthusiasm for generative AI
Experience with Python and backend frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, Node.js)
Knowledge of REST APIs and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Strong analytical skills and curiosity for exploring new AI capabilities
Interest in prompt engineering, AI safety, and scalable deployment
Responsibilities
Develop and enhance AI agents and backend systems for Mastercard’s AI platform
Evaluate LLMs and emerging technologies to identify innovation opportunities
Design and optimize prompts for LLMs
Implement safeguards to ensure secure, ethical AI responses
Build APIs, microservices, and data integrations for AI features
Write clean, maintainable code following industry best practices
Stay current with advancements in AI and software engineering
Other
Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback and mentorship
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting.
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.
The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
