Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior Software Engineer (Back End) to join the Catalog Engineering team. You will be responsible for developing high-performance and scalable Catalog Services that meet the needs of millions of Walmart customers. You will design and develop integrations with next-generation downstream applications built on an event-driven platform implemented via a micro-service architecture. We are looking for intellectually curious engineers who are passionate about technology in general. The Item and Inventory team ensures customers receive their orders when and where they want them, frictionlessly and predictably. We create reusable SaaS products and services that manage our catalog and power end-to-end inventory management, including replenishment, fulfillment, and transportation. With end-to-end inventory management, from replenishment and fulfillment to transportation, we give our drivers and partners the tools they need to get the right items to customers on time and in the right packaging.

Requirements

• Experience with Java and building Java-based backend systems.
• Building and implementing microservices and applications using Spring Boot and reactive frameworks like Spring WebFlux and Project Reactor (Mono and Flux)
• Experience in internet-scale distributed technologies (e.g. Solr, Kafka, Mem Cache, etc.)
• Deep understanding of Spark engine
• Strong understanding of J2EE components, multithreading, and networking.
• Extensive knowledge of offline storage, caching, and performance tuning.
• Experience with cloud-based solutions and hands-on experience with CICD development environments/tools, including Git, Maven, and Jenkins.
• Strong understanding of CS Fundamentals, Microservices, Data Structures, Algorithms, and Problem Solving.
• Familiarity with GenAI best practices, such as Using AI-powered code analysis tools to improve code quality and maintainability. Implementing AI-driven testing frameworks to ensure robust testing and validation. Leveraging AI-based performance monitoring and optimization tools to improve system efficiency. Designing AI-enabled data pipelines to streamline data processing and analysis.
• Experience with NoSQL Databases like Cosmos DB, Cassandra and ability to design and implement scalable data models.
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud-native development, and microservices architecture.
• Experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of DevOps practices, including continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous monitoring.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
• 5 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 1 year's 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 join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop highly scalable services and solve complex software systems problems by leveraging state-of-the-art technology and enhancing Walmart Catalog and Partner experience solutions
• Lead by example. Show your chops as an exceptional and experienced developer.
• Troubleshoot business and production issues by gathering information and engaging support teams to resolve issues
• Perform root cause analysis to prevent future occurrence of issues and ensure compliance with Walmart code of conduct
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members to ensure compliance with Walmart code of conduct
• Work in an Agile environment, adhering to best practices and collaborating with teams to deliver results
• Stay up to date with the latest GenAI trends and technologies and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that improve the Seller and supplier experience on our Catalog platform.
• Participate in medium- to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects by reviewing project, product and business requirements; translating requirements into technical solutions; gathering requested information (for example, design documents, product requirement); designing robust and scalable architectures; writing and developing code; conducting unit testing; communicating status and issues to team members and stakeholders; collaborating with cross functional teams; troubleshooting open issues and bug-fixes; enhancing design to prevent re-occurrences of defects; ensuring on-time delivery
• Independently handle high impact, critical software/systems monitoring issues, troubleshoot business and production issues.

Benefits

• Incentive awards for performance
• 401(k) match
• Stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO
• Multiple health plans
• Competitive pay
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off (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
• PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
• Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live better U) for full-time and part-time associates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior