(USA) Distinguished, Software Engineer
About The Position
As a Distinguished Software Engineer at Walmart, you will lead the design and development of scalable, cloud-native AI-powered systems, translating strategic objectives into robust technical solutions. This role demands ownership of the full software lifecycle, driving operational excellence through DevOps practices and continuous improvement. You will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and foster high standards in architecture and delivery. Collaborating across teams, you will ensure system reliability, performance, and innovation while aligning with enterprise standards and advancing Walmart’s commitment to integrity, quality, and customer-focused solutions. The team leads Applied Science initiatives for Last Mile Delivery at Walmart, focusing on optimizing routing, trip pricing, driver trip matching, delivery commitments, and capacity management. Leveraging advanced data strategies and machine learning techniques, they ensure platform reliability and safety. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, the team develops innovative, scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Their expertise in predictive analytics, data strategy, and machine learning drives data-driven outcomes that support Walmart’s commitment to dependable and efficient last mile delivery services.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in designing and delivering scalable, cloud-native software systems with AI and machine learning integration.
- Proven ability to lead system-level technical execution, ensuring architectural integrity and operational excellence.
- Strong expertise in machine learning model monitoring, evaluation, and API integration.
- Demonstrated skill in driving continuous improvement through automation, optimization, and developer experience enhancements.
- Proficiency in DevOps, CI/CD practices, and ensuring system observability, resilience, and performance.
- Excellent collaboration and mentorship capabilities to foster engineering excellence and cross-team alignment.
- Sound technical judgment with adaptability to evolving technologies and business needs.
- Option 1: 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.
- Option 2: 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 join us as we continue to create 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 reliability.
- Drive operational excellence through technical guidance, code reviews, and strategic architectural decisions.
- Champion DevOps and CI/CD practices to ensure resilient, observable, and performant services.
- Mentor engineers to foster technical growth and uphold high standards in design, testing, and delivery.
- Identify and resolve architectural bottlenecks, automating processes to improve engineering velocity.
- Collaborate across teams to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
