Senior, Software Engineer (Backend)

Walmart • Sunnyvale, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior, Software Engineer (Backend) for our team. You will be part of Catalog Spec Engineering team and will be responsible for developing high performance and scalable catalog service that meet the needs of millions of Walmart customers. We are looking to bring more intellectually curious engineers who are passionate about technology in general. Join the innovative Walmart Catalog team, where creativity and technological innovation drive success. We specialize in enhancing seller and supplier experiences in setting up their catalog and managing catalog platform. Our tech stack includes Java for backend services, providing an exciting opportunity for growth and collaboration. Our Catalog Spec Engineering team has built the next generation platform where you’ll independently handle high impact, critical software/systems monitoring issues, troubleshoot business and production issues. As a member of this fast-moving and highly entrepreneurial team, you’ll be able to say that you work for the world’s largest retailer and contribute to innovation and development to best-in-class methodologies that impacted perception and drastically changed business as we know it.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of experience as a Sr. Software Engineer.
• Expert-level knowledge of Java and experience building Java-based backend systems.
• Extensive experience building and implementing microservices and applications using SpringBoot and reactive frameworks like Spring WebFlux.
• Experience in internet-scale distributed technologies (e.g. Solr, Kafka, Mem Cache, etc.).
• Strong understanding of JEE components, multithreading, and networking.
• Extensive knowledge of offline storage, caching, and performance tuning.
• Experience with cloud-based solutions and hands-on experience with CI/CD development environments/tools, including Git, Maven, and Jenkins.
• Strong understanding of CS fundamentals, microservices, data structures, algorithms, and problem solving.
• Experience working with generated AI/ML technologies.
• Experience with NoSQL databases like Cosmos DB, Cassandra and ability to design and implement scalable data models.
• Bachelor'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.
• 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop highly scalable services and solve complex software system problems by leveraging state-of-the-art technology and enhance Walmart catalog and partner experience solutions.
• Troubleshoot business and production issues by gathering information and engaging support teams to resolve issues.
• Perform root cause analysis to prevent future occurrence of issues and ensure compliance with Walmart code of conduct.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members to ensure compliance with Walmart code of conduct.
• Work in an agile environment, adhering to best practices and collaborating with teams to deliver results.
• Stay up to date with the latest GenAI trends and technologies and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that improve the seller and supplier experience on our catalog platform.
• Participate in medium- to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects ensuring on-time delivery.

Benefits

• Incentive awards for performance
• 401(k) match
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO
• Multiple health plans
• Competitive pay
• Performance bonuses
• Stock options
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid 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
• PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
• Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live better U) for full-time and part-time associates
• Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart for Live better U programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree