Software Engineer III - Looker Platform

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

85d • $90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Analytics and Visualization Platform team. The Looker Platform Engineer is responsible for configuring, deploying, and maintaining the Looker platform to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient data access and visualization across the organization. In addition, this role will develop and enable Gen AI capabilities within Looker, empowering teams to leverage advanced analytics and AI-driven insights. The administrator also oversees user permissions, monitors system performance, and supports business teams in utilizing Looker for analytics and reporting.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of Looker platform configuration, LookML modeling, and semantic layer management.
• Ability to troubleshoot platform issues, optimize performance, and translate business requirements into effective semantic models and visualizations.
• Familiarity with integrating and enabling Gen AI capabilities within analytics platforms.
• Skilled in design of Looker's semantic model to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Effective at working with cross-functional teams and clearly communicating technical concepts.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area.
• Background in creating inclusive digital experiences and knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the setup, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of the Looker platform to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable analytics solutions.
• Integrate and support Gen AI features within Looker to empower teams with advanced analytics, AI-driven insights, and automation.
• Design, implement, and optimize Looker's semantic layer (LookML models) to provide consistent, reusable data definitions and business logic across the organization.
• Administer user roles, permissions, and data access controls to maintain compliance and data security.
• Collaborate with business and technical teams to deliver robust dashboards, reports, and self-service analytics, while monitoring platform performance and troubleshooting issues.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO
• Multiple health plans
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U education benefit program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree