Distinguished, Software Engineer

Walmart•Sunnyvale, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Walmart Global Tech is at the forefront of AI innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to redefine customer experiences. We are seeking a Distinguished Software Engineer with deep expertise in Generative AI, LLMs, Agentic and RAG frameworks to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI systems. This role involves architecting scalable solutions, integrating agentic frameworks, and mentoring engineering teams to push the boundaries of AI-driven innovation. About Team: Building the right technology foundation for Infrastructure & platforms is vital to success at the scale of Walmart. Our team builds and maintains the foundational technologies that support the tech organization. Included in this are data platforms, enterprise architecture, DevOps, cloud computing, and infrastructure. All of these products and services are supported by scalable and powerful infrastructure, ensuring a secure and seamless employee and customer experience across stores, digital channels, and distribution centers.

Requirements

Overall 12+ years of experience in machine learning / software engineering, with 2+ years in Generative AI or LLMs
Strong experience with Agentic Frameworks, RAG frameworks, vector search technologies and knowledge grounding techniques.
Expertise in Python, ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow), and libraries like Hugging Face Transformers.
Clear Communication, including the ability to build design gaps
Ability to multitask between several different requirements and features concurrently
Proficiency in distributed computing, cloud platforms (GCP, Azure), and scalable architectures
Deep knowledge of open-source projects or publications in Generative AI, RAG, or agentic frameworks.
Ability to perform in a team environment and have a true passion about Technology. It’s a must!
Strong backend Programming experience in Python / Golang or Java / Type script
Strong hands-on engineering background with the ability to operate at both strategic and implementation levels.
Experience applying LLMs and agentic AI techniques to production systems
Proven ability to influence technical direction and mentor senior technical contributors
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.
8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Gen AI – Agentic Frameworks, RAG Frameworks
Cloud architecture and deployments: Kubernetes, Docker, micro-services architectures (REST)
Hands-on experience with Generative AI, LLMs, RAG, or agentic AI frameworks
Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure and real-time distributed systems
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
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, fine-tune, and deploy Generative AI models with a focus on RAG frameworks to enhance information retrieval and generation.
Develop and optimize LLM-based agents for tasks like knowledge grounding, multi-step reasoning, and decision-making.
Integrate external data sources (e.g., vector databases) with LLMs to build dynamic, context-aware systems.
Develop scalable, distributed AI systems with a focus on performance, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery.
Develop detailed design specifications, including modular, extensible, and functional component
Develop MVP's into Shippable product to validate requirements and refine designs iteratively.
Provide deeper Insights on Containerization/Docker (and) experience in CI/CD and deployment pipelines
Work cross-functionally to design solutions that address both functional and non-functional requirements.
Establish best practices for building and maintaining AI-driven systems.
Drive technical direction for large-scale AI initiatives and mentor junior engineers.
Hands on engineer who can build tech stack ground up and deploy scalable solution
Creating highly resilient distributed systems capable of operating reliably across large fleets of retail devices with remote observability and recovery

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 and 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.