(USA) Software Engineer III

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•$90,000 - $234,000

About The Position

Role summary: Walmart is seeking a Software Engineer III to design, develop, and deploy scalable machine learning solutions that address complex business challenges. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement robust ML models, APIs, and data pipelines while ensuring system reliability and compliance. The successful candidate will contribute to all phases of the ML lifecycle, apply best practices in MLOps, and drive continuous improvement through innovation and technical expertise. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, maintainable solutions are essential for success in this position. About the team: The Walmart Global Tech team develops and maintains core technologies that support the entire technology organization, including data platforms, enterprise architecture, DevOps, cloud computing, and infrastructure. This scalable foundation ensures secure and seamless operations across stores, digital channels, and distribution centers. Within the Site Reliability Engineering group, the team advances AI-driven systems that autonomously monitor and resolve issues, evolving traditional methods into intelligent, self-healing platforms. These innovative solutions sustain Walmart’s extensive technology ecosystem, delivering reliable performance that impacts millions of customers and associates worldwide. Please note- “Immigration sponsorship is not available in this role”.

Requirements

Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and deploying scalable machine learning models using frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn.
Strong proficiency in programming languages including Python, SQL, Java, C++, or R for developing robust ML solutions.
Experience with ML lifecycle management, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, validation, deployment, and monitoring.
Knowledge of MLOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, model versioning, automated retraining, and telemetry-based monitoring.
Ability to apply hyperparameter optimization and performance metrics to ensure model accuracy and reliability.
Skilled in secure, compliant ML engineering and responsible AI principles.
Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate ML components into enterprise applications.
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.
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

Execute machine learning feature and model delivery within collaborative engineering teams, ensuring scalable and maintainable solutions.
Design and implement production-ready ML systems using appropriate algorithms and frameworks aligned with business needs.
Develop and maintain data pipelines, feature engineering, and experimentation frameworks to support model training and evaluation.
Integrate ML models and APIs into enterprise applications, applying MLOps best practices including CI/CD, versioning, and monitoring.
Monitor model performance, detect anomalies, and initiate retraining to maintain accuracy and reliability.
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration and share technical knowledge.
Uphold secure, compliant, and responsible AI engineering standards throughout the ML lifecycle.

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.