Senior, Software Engineer - Backend Java

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the innovative Walmart Marketplace Platform team, where creativity and technological innovation drive success. We specialize in enhancing Seller and Channel Partner Portal experiences and managing our advanced Marketplace API gateway. Our tech stack includes Java for backend services and ReactJS for frontend development, providing an exciting opportunity for growth and collaboration. This is a full-time onsite role based in Bentonville, AR; remote and hybrid options are not available. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Proficiency in Java for backend services, including experience with Spring Boot.
Experience with TypeScript and frontend frameworks such as React.
Good understanding of RESTful APIs, system design, and microservices architecture.
Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
Familiarity with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) and caching solutions.
5+ years of full-stack development experience in complex software systems.
Experience working in platform teams or building shared tools/frameworks for other developers.
Proven ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code.
Prior experience with cloud-native technologies (GCP/Azure) and DevOps practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Leadership abilities to lead projects and mentor junior team members.
Experience in e-commerce or marketplace platforms.
Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
Exposure to developer productivity, observability, or DevOps tools.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
Minimum of 5+ years of relevant software development experience in building and maintaining complex systems.

Nice To Haves

Open-source contributions or internal platform evangelism.
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

Engage in coding (75-80% of your time), perform code reviews, debug and optimize code, work independently, ensure code quality and follow best practices.
Support team members through mentorship and participate in continuous learning opportunities.
Stay informed about new technologies, make informed architectural choices, and maintain thorough documentation.
Collaborate with various teams to enhance user experiences and ensure smooth integration.
Prioritize app quality, respond to feedback, improve performance, and address critical issues promptly.
Contribute to technological advancements and innovation within the team.
Develop project timelines, manage tasks effectively, and practice efficient time management.
Focus on detail-oriented work, conduct code reviews, and resolve technical challenges.
Provide technical guidance, lead projects, and coordinate with other teams for successful outcomes.

Benefits

Incentive awards for performance
401(k) match
Stock purchase plan
Paid maternity and parental leave
PTO
Multiple health plans
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Short-term and 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 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.