Software Engineer III

Walmart•Dallas, TX

6d•$90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Position Summary: We are looking for a Software Engineer with strong modern C++ expertise and hands-on Linux development experience to build reliable, high-performance software systems. You will work across design, implementation, testing, and release to deliver production-quality solutions in collaboration with QA and cross-functional teams. What you'll do... What you’ll do: Design, develop, and maintain backend/system-level components using modern C++ (C++11/C++14/C++17/C++20). Write clean, modular, testable code with focus on maintainability and performance. Build and improve development tooling and automation using shell scripting and Python. Debug, profile, and optimize Linux applications for stability, scalability, and resource efficiency. Participate in architecture/design discussions, code reviews, and release planning. Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement durable fixes. Collaborate with QA and third-party teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Contribute to engineering best practices, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
5+ years of professional software development experience, including strong hands-on C++ development.
Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++11/C++14/C++17/C++20).
Solid Linux expertise, including command-line workflows and debugging fundamentals.
Experience with build systems/toolchains such as Make, CMake, and GCC/Clang.
Practical scripting experience in shell and Python for automation/tooling.
Good foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
Experience with Git and collaborative code review workflows.
Strong problem-solving ability and clear technical communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, 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.
Masters: Computer Science

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend/system-level components using modern C++ (C++11/C++14/C++17/C++20).
Write clean, modular, testable code with focus on maintainability and performance.
Build and improve development tooling and automation using shell scripting and Python.
Debug, profile, and optimize Linux applications for stability, scalability, and resource efficiency.
Participate in architecture/design discussions, code reviews, and release planning.
Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement durable fixes.
Collaborate with QA and third-party teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
Contribute to engineering best practices, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
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.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment.
It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock