(USA) Distinguished, Software Engineer
About The Position
As a Distinguished Software Engineer, you will lead the design and development of scalable, cloud-native AI-powered systems, ensuring architectural integrity and operational excellence. This role requires translating strategic objectives into robust technical solutions while fostering collaboration across engineering teams. You will champion best practices in software development, continuous integration, and system reliability, driving innovation and continuous improvement. By mentoring engineers and promoting high standards, you will contribute to delivering resilient, secure, and performant platforms that align with enterprise goals and support long-term business success. The Marketplace Engineering team at Walmart Global Tech drives innovation in global commerce by powering a rapidly growing eCommerce platform. This team delivers advanced tools for storefront management, pricing, and inventory control, supporting thousands of sellers worldwide. They build reliable, intelligent systems integrating real-time data and partner platforms to ensure seamless order experiences. Focused on scalable, cloud-native architectures, the team collaborates across functions to align technology with business goals, fostering continuous improvement and delivering exceptional customer experiences on a global scale.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in system-level technical leadership, delivering scalable, reliable software solutions with architectural integrity.
- Proven expertise in designing and building cloud-native, AI-powered systems integrating advanced AI/ML components.
- Strong proficiency in software security, operational due diligence, and continuous development practices.
- Demonstrated ability to lead full software development lifecycle, including DevOps, CI/CD, and incident management.
- Exceptional problem-solving, debugging, and innovation skills to optimize platform design and development.
- Effective coaching and collaboration skills to mentor engineers and align cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across engineering processes.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
- OR 8 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 and 4 years' experience in 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 in creating accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
Responsibilities
- Lead design and development of scalable, cloud-native AI-powered software systems and intelligent automation solutions.
- Translate domain-level strategies into system-level implementations, ensuring architectural integrity and operational reliability.
- Champion DevOps and CI/CD practices to maintain resilient, observable, and performant services with effective monitoring and incident management.
- Provide technical leadership through code reviews, architectural decisions, and mentorship to foster continuous learning and high-quality delivery.
- Identify and resolve architectural bottlenecks, automate manual processes, and drive improvements in tools and methodologies.
- Collaborate across teams to align technical solutions with business objectives and enterprise standards.
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
- Jury duty
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
