(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
About The Position
Join Walmart as a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks. This role drives the full software lifecycle, ensuring alignment with architectural best practices and business objectives. The successful candidate will mentor engineering teams, collaborate across functions, and apply data-driven decision-making to solve complex problems. Emphasizing innovation, technical ownership, and continuous improvement, this position supports Walmart’s commitment to operational excellence and advancing technology solutions that enhance productivity and customer experience. Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) delivers comprehensive fulfillment solutions for Walmart Marketplace sellers, combining scale, quality, and operational excellence. The team collaborates closely with Engineering, Product, Business, and Analytics partners to develop innovative supply chain capabilities, including streamlined inventory intake, preferred carrier programs, and personalized forecasting. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will contribute to building scalable, high-performance systems that support seller growth and enhance customer experience. This team emphasizes iterative development, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement and deliver impactful fulfillment products at a large scale.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation for scalable and resilient systems.
- Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and platform design and development.
- Experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
- Ability to conduct system design reviews ensuring alignment with architectural best practices and project goals.
- Skilled in AI/ML integration using languages such as Java, Python.
- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring engineers and influencing technical decisions.
- Data-driven problem-solving skills with a focus on engineering excellence and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor'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.
- 6 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 2 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
- Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities.
- Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems.
- Lead full software development lifecycle activities including coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
- Conduct system design reviews to validate feasibility and ensure alignment with architectural best practices.
- Build AI-driven applications integrating ML components and automation features using multiple programming languages.
- Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence through documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate across teams to define technical requirements, track success metrics, and drive continuous improvement.
Benefits
- 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
- 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
