(USA) Software Engineer III
About The Position
As a Software Engineer III, you will lead the design and development of scalable software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams including product management and user experience. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective resolutions to enhance system performance. This role involves managing projects from requirements gathering through deployment, ensuring high-quality code and timely delivery. You will also provide technical guidance to small engineering groups, support continuous integration and testing efforts, and contribute to maintaining secure, dependable, and maintainable applications aligned with business objectives. The Data Services team develops and operates scalable, available distributed SQL and NoSQL platforms supporting enterprise applications. Specializing in backend engineering, API development, site reliability, and DevOps automation, the team ensures platform stability and continuous enhancement. Leveraging automation and AI-assisted engineering, the group drives operational excellence and innovation. Collaborating closely with product, infrastructure, and operations teams, the team upholds Walmart’s core values of integrity, respect, service, and excellence while fostering technical expertise, ownership, and alignment with business goals.
Requirements
- Proven experience in software design, development, and debugging using object-oriented programming and languages such as C.
- Strong technical acumen with knowledge of API design, platform development, and component services.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, translating requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions.
- Proficiency in iterative and incremental development methodologies, including Agile practices.
- Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and automation scripting.
- Skilled in root cause analysis, defect management, and troubleshooting production issues.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance to peers.
- 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 join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with product, project, and user experience teams to define high-level designs for small to medium projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve business and production issues through root cause analysis and coordinated action plans.
- Develop, test, and deliver scalable, maintainable code aligned with technical and business requirements.
- Manage complex projects by translating requirements into technical solutions and ensuring timely delivery.
- Support users by providing technical guidance and identifying sustainable solutions.
- Mentor small engineering teams, providing documentation, direction, and oversight.
- Implement automation scripts and telemetry features to enhance development and monitoring processes.
- Support SQL Databases like Postgres and Contribute to the PostgreSQL open-source ecosystem by extensions, plugins using C programming.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption expense reimbursement
- Surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
