(USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart-posted 1 day ago
$110,000 - $220,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Bentonville, AR
5,001-10,000 employees
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Role summary: As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the delivery of scalable platform capabilities and drive technical execution across multiple teams. This role requires expertise in cloud-native architecture, distributed systems, and AI/ML integration to build intelligent software solutions that serve millions. You will provide strategic technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex business needs into actionable technical plans. Your focus on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement will ensure robust, maintainable systems aligned with long-term organizational goals. About the team: The People Technology team drives the deployment and enhancement of enterprise-wide people technology, impacting millions of associates globally. As part of Walmart Global Tech’s Enterprise Business Services, the team delivers robust technology solutions supporting Finance, People, and Associate Digital Experience. The People.AI team focuses on building AI/ML-powered applications, including intelligent conversational interfaces that improve communication, automate tasks, and provide personalized support. This work enhances associate productivity and engagement by integrating advanced software development, architecture, and continuous integration practices to create scalable, efficient, and innovative technology solutions.

  • Lead platform engineering efforts to deliver scalable infrastructure, reusable tooling, and AI/ML frameworks aligned with strategic roadmaps.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle across multiple teams, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and real-time data processing.
  • Architect intelligent software systems integrating AI agents and advanced technologies to enhance customer and associate experiences.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship, promoting engineering excellence and standardization across teams.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements, measure success, and ensure solutions meet quality and business objectives.
  • Foster continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and products.
  • Extensive experience in software development, architecture, and solution design within large-scale, distributed systems.
  • Proven ability to lead platform engineering initiatives, delivering scalable infrastructure and reusable tooling aligned with strategic roadmaps.
  • Expertise in cloud-native architecture principles ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and system scalability.
  • Strong proficiency in continuous integration and deployment practices across multiple teams.
  • Demonstrated skill in integrating AI/ML technologies into software products to enhance customer experiences.
  • Effective technical leadership and mentorship capabilities fostering engineering excellence and innovation.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills to engage cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
  • 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
  • Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
  • We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
  • The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
  • At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
  • Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
  • Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
  • Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
  • Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
  • You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
  • Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.
  • Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates.
  • Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
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