(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart • Sunnyvale, CA

3d • $117,000 - $234,000

About The Position

We are looking for a Software Engineer (Backend) to join our team and contribute to the development of world-class Java based microservice applications. You will work closely with other engineers and product teams to implement features and optimize our mobile apps for performance and scalability. Job Description About Team: The Transactions Cart Team is at the heart of one of the world's largest e-commerce platforms, enabling seamless shopping experiences for millions of customers every day. We build and maintain the critical cart backend systems that handle billions of transactions annually, directly impacting Walmart's revenue. We create lightning-fast, reliable, and scalable cart experiences that delight customers and drive business growth. From adding items to checkout completion, our systems power the entire shopping journey with sub-second response times and 99.99% uptime. At Walmart, you're not just writing code – you're revolutionizing how the world shops. Our cart team is building the foundation for next-generation commerce experiences, from AI-powered recommendations to seamless omnichannel integration. Additionally, you will have opportunities to work with a talented team of engineers, learn from their experiences, and grow your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Hands on 4-6 years+ experience building Java-based backend systems and experience of working in cloud based solutions is a must with proficiency in Java, Spring Boot and Kafka.
• Have prior experience in delivering highly scalable large scale data processing Java applications.
• Strong in high- and low-level system design.
• Should be experienced in designing data intensive applications in open stack.
• A good understanding of CS Fundamentals, Microservices, Data Structures, Algorithms & Problem Solving
• Should be experienced in CICD development environments/tools including, but not limited to, Git, Maven, Jenkins.
• Strong in writing modular and testable code and test cases (unit, functional and integration) using frameworks like JUnit, Mockito, and Mock MVC
• Should be experienced in microservices architecture.
• Possesses good understanding of distributed concepts, common design principles, design patterns and cloud native development concepts.
• Hands-on experience in Spring boot, concurrency, garbage collection, RESTful services, data caching services and ORM tools.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Option 1: 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.
• Option 2: 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality large scale applications using Java, Spring Boot and Kafka.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development processes.
• Debug and resolve issues to ensure a seamless user experience.
• Software Craftsmanship: Consistently produce high-quality, maintainable code.
• Technical Documentation: Document designs, implementations, and best practices.
• Engineering Advocacy: Support and promote technical standards within the team.
• Project Leadership: Contribute to planning and execution of technical projects.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with product and design teams for smooth development cycles.
• Innovation & Research: Investigate and propose innovative solutions for complex mobile challenges.

Benefits

• Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
• Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level