Senior Distinguished I, Architect

Walmart•Herndon, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on designing and creating the architecture for multiple products/platforms within a domain, validating technical priorities, and defining architecture blueprints. The architect will identify, evaluate, and recommend solutions and enhancements to frameworks to achieve desired performance and scalability. They will also prepare technical papers and define the tech stack for various products, highlighting pros and cons.

Requirements

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 7 years’ experience in software engineering, architecture, or related area.
Option 2: 9 years’ experience in software engineering, architecture, or related area.
Knowledge of Architectural principles, Systems and environment behavior, Architectural Styles, Patterns and plans, Architectural standards, Non-functional System performance parameters.
Knowledge of Coding standards and guidelines, Coding languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, C++), frameworks (e.g., ActiveX, .Net, Cocoa, Android application framework), tools (e.g., Monday.com, Linx, Embold), and Platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Apple iOS).
Knowledge of Quality, Safety, and Security (PCI, etc.) standards.
Knowledge of Emerging tools and technologies: Telemetry, CI/CD, Code Management Tools, SDLC, Secure SDL frameworks and tools.
Knowledge of Risk analysis methodologies, Cost Analysis, Business objectives, Classification of requirements, Domain Knowledge, User stories concepts, Functional/Non-Functional Requirements, Scoping and Estimation.
Knowledge of multiple domains (network, security, etc.), Architectural principles, Systems and environment behavior, Architectural Styles, Patterns and plans, Architectural standards.
Knowledge of Database structure principles, Data modeling segmentation techniques, Prototyping process and models, Database design and archival, Migration techniques, Data analysis tools and processes, Telemetry, Container and Container Orchestration Platforms, Cloud Monitoring Solutions, DevOps, CI/CD Pipeline Tools, Planning and sizing metrics for various environments (On-premise and cloud-based deployment, Hot Deployment, Rolling Mode Deployment, Blue/Green Deployment).
Knowledge of Secure Software Development, Data protection, Cryptography, Key management, Identity and Access Management, Industry Standard Authentication mechanisms, Cloud security and Governance tools, Audit compliance standards, Static Code Scanning Tools, High-level Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), Legal policies (e.g., SOX, GDPR, GLBA, etc.).
Knowledge of Verbal/Non-verbal behaviors, Application and allocation of Business Communication styles/techniques in ambiguous and challenging situations, Communication channels/mediums, Interpersonal skills and universal relationship building with ability to connect seemingly unconnected parties, Influencing styles.
Knowledge of creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
Knowledge of accessibility best practices.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years' experience in software engineering, architecture, or related area.

Responsibilities

Design the plan for customizing/creating the architecture for multiple products/platforms within a domain and validate the technical priorities for the products/solution architecture.
Define the architecture blueprint for various functional products within a domain.
Define the architecture to build cross-system interactions ensuring reusability, consistency, and integration.
Identify, evaluate, and recommend solutions and enhancement to framework to achieve desired performance and scalability.
Prepare technical papers broadly outlining the approaches to be taken in building multiple systems.
Define the tech stack for various products, platforms, and solutions highlighting the pros and cons of each and also providing recommendations for future solutions.
Select appropriate frameworks, platforms, and environments for software coding/configuration and scripting.
Guide the team on coding patterns, languages, and frameworks in line with evolving trends in the industry.
Drive implementation of telemetry features by determining data/metrics requirements within the domain.
Support adhoc reviews of software code to ensure baseline mitigations for known risks.
Create/configure minimalistic code for entire products/systems and ensure the product is meeting business requirements, non-functional requirements (low maintainability, high availability, and high scalability needs).
Oversee the code executed by the team in line with specified technical/business requirements.
Arrange project requirements in programming sequence by analyzing requirements.
Drive creation of scripts for automation of repetitive and routine tasks in CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery), Testing, or any other process across the domain.
Conduct code reviews for code developed by the team.
Drive security of the code base and ensure that no security violations are introduced.
Conduct comprehensive analysis of the requirements/updates/modifications to create long-term solutions to meet the requirements.
Design methods of performing gap/updates/modification analysis efficiently and accurately.
Contribute to design of reusable frameworks/processes to capture business/customer requirements.
Evaluate and introduce appropriate industry tools and frameworks to capture requirements better.
Provide guidelines, direction, and oversight around scoping and translation of requirements into epics/stories and establish guidelines for tradeoffs.
Assess and communicate the business costs, benefits, risks, and issues for alternative architectural strategies based on experience in multiple disciplines and domains and knowledge of the specific business supported and existing technology.
Direct the discussion of issues and considerations for adopting an enterprise architecture.
Develop models and plans to drive forward the strategy and promote business performance improvement opportunities.
Share experiences with creating or enhancing architectural models for one or more domains.
Discuss leading frameworks or providers of methods and tools for developing an enterprise architecture.
Consult on architectural integration and implementation issues and their business implications.
Create target architecture covering all NFR (Non-Functional Requirements) as per defined blueprints and standards for the various components within a product/solution.
Assist in creating and implementing prototype models to clarify requirements and design and uncover risks by generating mockups, screen prototypes, and reports.
Refine the prototype for early defects and revised customer requirements under supervision.
Provide guidance for on-premise and cloud-based deployment strategies.
Lead the deployment of multiple solution/products within a domain on the leading IaaS Platforms (Azure, GCP, etc.).
Define the security architecture for all the products/solutions within a domain considering the various technology components and deployment architectures supported by the respective product.
Develop the security assessment framework and basis that assesses the current level of maturity from a security standpoint for the various Walmart products/solutions along with the respective engineering teams.
Establish a unified strategic roadmap for software security within the organization for each of the product.
Build consensus in sensitive situations, present conflicting perspectives in a fair and constructive manner.
Confidently present to organization-wide audiences, positioning arguments/data with a well-structured story.
Connect with strategic business priorities, leveraging data analytics, financial acumen, and problem-solving techniques to build a cohesive narrative.
Become a trusted advisor to stakeholders, influencing them to take unpopular/difficult actions on the product/technology matters.
Coach others on effective communication and consensus building.
Provides overall direction by analyzing business objectives and customer needs, developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing business strategies, plans, and practices, analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans, determining and supporting resource requirements, evaluating operational processes, measuring outcomes to ensure desired results, identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities, promoting a customer environment, and demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning.
Develops and implements strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by diagnosing capability gaps, recruiting, selecting, and developing talent, supporting mentorship, workforce development, and succession planning, and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent.
Cultivates an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices, developing consequences for violations or noncompliance, and supporting the Open Door Policy.
Develops and leverages internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals by sponsoring and leading key community outreach and involvement initiatives, engaging key stakeholders in the development, execution, and evaluation of appropriate business plans and initiatives, and supporting associate efforts in these areas.
Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent through feedback, coaching, mentoring, and developmental opportunities, builds the talent pipeline, fosters an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others' contributions and accomplishments.
Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners, works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives, and communicates and listens attentively with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action.
Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance, models the Walmart values, and leads by example to foster our culture.
Ensures that teams follow the law, our code of conduct, and company policies, promotes an environment where associates feel comfortable sharing concerns, and models our culture of non-retaliation, listens to concerns raised by associates and takes action, and enables others to do the same, holds self and teams accountable for achieving results in a way that is consistent with our values.
Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble and self-aware.
Delivers expected business results while putting the customer/member first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and acting with an Every Day Low Cost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customers/members.
Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data analytics, customer/member insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and implementing strategies.
Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve, demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset, seeks feedback, asks thoughtful questions, and fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, learning from mistakes, and intelligent risk-taking, and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.
Drives continuous improvements, supervises the adoption of new technology, and supports digital disruption in line with Walmart's business model.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Performance-based bonus awards
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart for Live Better U programs.