Senior, Software Engineer (Backend)
About The Position
We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior, Software Engineer (Backend) for our Catalog Spec Engineering team. This is a full-time, onsite role at our Sunnyvale, CA office, and immigration sponsorship is not available. You will be responsible for developing high performance and scalable catalog services that meet the needs of millions of Walmart customers. The team specializes in enhancing seller and supplier experiences in setting up their catalog and managing the catalog platform, utilizing a tech stack that includes Java for backend services. The Catalog Spec Engineering team has built the next generation platform where engineers independently handle high impact, critical software/systems monitoring issues and troubleshoot business and production issues. As part of Walmart Global Tech, you will contribute to innovation and development within the world's leading retailer, impacting hundreds of millions of people. Walmart Global Tech is a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and service professionals focused on the next retail disruption, driven by a people-led and tech-empowered philosophy. The company emphasizes in-person collaboration at its campuses to foster purposeful connections, deepen understanding, and invest in associate development.
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 joining 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 (including sick leave)
- Multiple health plans (medical, vision and dental coverage)
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Company-paid life insurance
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting
- Short-term and 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 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
