Software Engineer III

Walmart•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves participating in the discovery phase of small to medium-sized projects, partnering with product management, project management, business, and user experience teams to develop high-level designs. The Software Engineer III will troubleshoot business and production issues, performing root cause analysis, engaging support teams, and developing solutions. They will manage small to large-sized complex projects, translating requirements into technical solutions, researching alternatives, writing and developing code, conducting unit testing, and ensuring on-time delivery. The position also includes providing support to the business by responding to user questions, researching solutions, and guiding on system implications. Additionally, the role assists in providing guidance to small groups of 2-3 engineers, including offshore associates, for assigned Engineering projects. The engineer will coordinate, complete, and oversee job-related activities, develop stakeholder relationships, and promote continuous learning. They will also provide supervision and development opportunities for associates, including hiring, training, mentoring, and assigning duties, while ensuring compliance with company policies and promoting a belonging mindset. Walmart Global Tech is a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and service professionals within the world's leading retailer, focused on making a significant impact. The company emphasizes being people-led and tech-empowered, investing in future skillsets and bringing in experts. They offer opportunities for those starting their careers and those looking to innovate at scale. Walmart's culture values in-person collaboration for faster innovation and purposeful connection, with primary hubs in Bentonville, Arkansas, the San Francisco Bay area, and New York/New Jersey.

Requirements

Requirement And Scoping Analysis: Knowledge of Traceability matrix; Risk analysis methodologies; Cost Analysis; Business objectives; Classification of requirements; User stories.
Coding: Knowledge of Coding standards and guidelines; Coding languages (E.g. JavaScript, Python, C# etc.), frameworks(E.g. ActiveX, .Net, Cocoa, Android application framework etc.), tools(E.g. Monday.com, Linx, Embold etc.) and Platforms (E.g. Microsoft Azure, AWS , Apple IOS etc.); Quality, Safety and Security (PCI etc) standards; Emerging tools and technologies; Telemetry.
Testing: Knowledge of Test case preparation; Test Objectives; Test Strategy; Test types; Test tools (E.g. - Automation - Selenium, Agile - Jira, Mobile - Eggplant etc.); Test Environment; Root cause analysis.
Defect Management and Troubleshooting: Knowledge of Defect life-cycle process, defect tracking tools and methodologies; Defect reporting; Regression testing; Root cause analysis; Root cause corrective action.
DevOps Orientation: Knowledge of Different operating systems; Software maintenance tools and techniques; Application monitoring tools and techniques; Debugging tools; Mock screen; Pseudocodes; Reverse Engineering; Traceability matrix; System performance, security, integration; Data migration and accessibility; Design Methodologies.
Program Monitoring: Knowledge of Program metrics; Program Reporting, logging tools and processes; Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CICD).
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 2 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 4 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.
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 to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

Participate in the discovery phase of small to medium-sized projects to come up with high level design by partnering with the product management, project management, business, and user experience teams.
Troubleshoot business and production issues by gathering information (for example, issue, impact, criticality, possible root cause); performing root cause analysis to reduce future issues; engaging support teams to assist in the resolution of issues; developing solutions; driving the development of an action plan; performing actions as designated in the plan; interpreting the results to determine further action; and completing online documentation.
Manage small to large-sized complex projects by reviewing project requirements; translating requirements into technical solutions; researching and identifying alternative solutions; determining needed solution based on return on investment and value add to the business; gathering requested information (for example, design documents, product requirements, wire frames); writing and developing code; conducting unit testing; communicating status and issues to team members and stakeholders; collaborating with project team and cross functional teams; identifying areas of opportunity; interpreting information and identifying a solution; ensuring solution is sustainable across implementation and use; troubleshooting open issues and bug-fixes; and ensuring on-time delivery and hand-offs.
Provide support to the business by responding to user questions, concerns, and issues (for example, technical feasibility, implementation strategies); researching and identifying needed solutions; determining implementation designs; providing guidance regarding implications of new and enhanced systems; identifying short and long term solutions; and directing users to appropriate contacts for issues outside of associate's domain.
Assist in providing guidance to small groups of two to three engineers, including offshore associates, for assigned Engineering projects by proving pertinent documents, directions, examples, and timeline.
Coordinate, completes, and oversees job-related activities and assignments by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders; supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs; identifying and communicating goals and objectives; building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results; identifying and addressing improvement opportunities; and demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning.
Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring and training; mentoring; assigning duties; providing recognition; and promoting a belonging mindset in workplace.
Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy; and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices.

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, dental coverage).
Performance-based bonus awards.
Company-paid life insurance.
Family care leave.
Bereavement.
Jury duty.
Voting leave.
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, covering tuition, books, and fees for high school completion to bachelor's degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates).
Stock (additional compensation for certain positions).