Software Engineer III

Walmart•Sunnyvale, CA

20d•$117,000 - $234,000•Onsite

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. 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. At Walmart Global Tech Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. Thats what we do at Walmart Global Tech. Were a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts and service professionals within the worlds leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail. Walmarts culture is a competitive advantage, and its fostered by being together. Working together in person allows us to collaborate, align quickly and innovate with greater speed. We use our campuses to create purposeful connection rooted in deepening understanding and investing in the development of our associates. Our hubs: Walmart is a global company with offices across the United States and around the world. Our global headquarters is in Bentonville, Arkansas, with primary hubs in the San Francisco Bay area and New York/New Jersey.

Requirements

Hands on 3-4 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 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
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

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.
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.
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.