(USA) Distinguished, Software Engineer

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The (USA) Distinguished Software Engineer will lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, reliable software solutions aligned with business objectives. This role requires expertise in software architecture, coding standards, and operational due diligence to drive innovation and optimize system performance. The engineer will analyze requirements, guide teams through solution design, and ensure quality through rigorous testing and continuous integration practices. A strategic mindset is essential to prioritize enhancements, mitigate risks, and support deployment pipelines, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement across product portfolios. About the team: Walmart Data Ventures operates with the agility of a nimble startup, focused on delivering best-in-class data products. The team developed Walmart Luminate, a platform providing actionable, customer-centric insights that empower CPGs and Walmart merchants to make informed, data-driven decisions efficiently and collaboratively. The group emphasizes technical strategy, reliability engineering, scalability, and cloud-native architecture to build innovative solutions. Members engage in operational due diligence and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of learning and excellence to support Walmart’s commitment to delivering value through advanced data capabilities and cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

Extensive experience in software architecture, distributed systems, and scalable design patterns.
Proficiency in coding languages such as JavaScript, Python, and C, with adherence to coding standards and security best practices.
Strong knowledge of cloud-native architecture and operational due diligence to ensure reliability and performance.
Expertise in requirement analysis, including functional and non-functional requirements, scoping, and estimation.
Proven ability to lead design and development of modular, extensible solutions aligned with business objectives.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, telemetry, and defect management processes.
Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation in software development practices.
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

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 Walmart in creating accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

Analyze and scope requirements to align solutions with business objectives, prioritizing features to deliver minimum viable products.
Design scalable, modular software architectures ensuring reliability, performance, and security across distributed systems.
Develop maintainable, testable code adhering to coding standards and optimize application functionality and usability.
Lead testing strategies, including test case development and execution, to ensure comprehensive coverage and defect resolution.
Oversee continuous integration and deployment processes, monitoring program health and driving improvements.
Conduct root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, enhancing product stability and user experience.
Guide teams on technical decisions, fostering innovation and adherence to best practices.

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
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.