Walmart

Senior Data Engineer

Walmart$131K — $216K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field plus 1 year of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in Python and Pyspark for data manipulation and analysis.
  • Experience with Spark SQL for querying structured data and performing analytics.
  • Hands-on experience in developing scalable APIs for Machine Learning Models using Python.
  • Familiarity with data governance practices and implementing policies for data integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and analyze business problems through data analytics and automation solutions.
  • Develop and deliver business cases and recommendations based on insights.
  • Create and manage efficient data pipelines for various analytical needs.
  • Contribute to conceptual and physical data models including warehouses and data marts.
  • Oversee and mentor less experienced programmers in system troubleshooting and development.
  • Write and test code for data solutions, ensuring it adheres to best practices and operational guidelines.
  • Develop user documentation and train end-users on data modeling and analytics tools.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, vision, and dental.
  • Retirement savings plan with 401(k) and stock purchase options.
  • Generous paid time off including sick leave and parental leave.
  • Education assistance with 100% company-paid college degrees.
  • Various employee discounts and reimbursement for adoption expenses.
Full Job Description
What you'll do...

Position: Senior Data Engineer

Job Location: 221 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Duties: Identifies possible options to address the business problems within one's discipline through analytics, big data analytics, and automation. Supports the development of business cases and recommendations. Owns delivery of project activity and tasks assigned by others. Supports process updates and changes. Solves business issues. Supports the documentation of data governance processes. Supports the implementation of data governance practices. Understands, articulates, and applies principles of the defined strategy to routine business problems that involve a single function. Extracts data from identified databases. Creates data pipelines and transform data to a structure that is relevant to the problem by selecting appropriate techniques. Develops knowledge of current data science and analytics trends. Supports the understanding of the priority order of requirements and service level agreements. Helps identify the most suitable source for data that is fit for purpose. Performs initial data quality checks on extracted data. Analyzes complex data elements, systems, data flows, dependencies, and relationships to contribute to conceptual, physical, and logical data models. Develops the Logical Data Model and Physical Data Models including data warehouse and data mart designs. Defines relational tables, primary and foreign keys, and stored procedures to create a data model structure. Evaluates existing data models and physical databases for variances and discrepancies. Develops efficient data flows. Analyzes data-related system integration challenges and proposes appropriate solutions. Creates training documentation and trains end-users on data modeling. Oversees the tasks of less experienced programmers and stipulates system troubleshooting supports. Writes code to develop the required solution and application features by determining the appropriate programming language and leveraging business, technical, and data requirements. Creates test cases to review and validate the proposed solution design. Creates proofs of concept. Tests the code using the appropriate testing approach. Deploys software to production servers. Contributes code documentation, maintains playbooks, and provides timely progress updates. Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.

Minimum education and experience required: Master's degree or the equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (any), or a related field plus 1 year of experience in software engineering or related experience; OR Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (any), or a related field plus 3 years of experience in software engineering or related experience.

Skills required: Experience coding in Python and Pyspark. Experience performing complex aggregations and analytics on large-scale data using Pyspark. Experience utilizing Spark SQL for querying and analyzing structured data. Experience reading, processing, and transforming large datasets using Pyspark. Experience using Python for building Scalable APIs on Machine Learning Models and integrating to streaming pipelines. Experience designing efficient table schemas and data models in Hive to support analytical queries and reporting. Experience optimizing table performance through partitioning, bucketing, and appropriate storage formats. Experience developing and implementing data governance policies, ensuring data integrity and consistency. Experience enhancing query efficiency by utilizing indexing and performance tuning strategies. Experience automating and scheduling ETL workflows using Airflow to streamline data processing. Experience monitoring and managing pipeline execution with robust error handling and logging. Experience configuring task dependencies and parallelism for optimized query performance. Experience integrating diverse data sources and destinations for seamless data flow. Experience designing and developing interactive business metrics dashboards using Tableau. Experience connecting to various data sources and creating visualizations to present key performance indicators. Experience implementing user friendly features including filters, drilldowns, and interactive elements. Experience collaborating with stakeholders to ensure dashboards meet business requirements and providing actionable insights. Experience developing and maintaining applications using Kotlin. Experience writing clean efficient and maintainable code adhering to best practices. Experience integrating with Java libraries and frameworks to leverage existing ecosystem capabilities. Employer will accept any amount of experience with the required skills.

Salary Range: $131,997/year to $216,000/year. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives.

Benefits: At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance with 100% company paid college degrees, company discounts, military service pay, adoption expense reimbursement, and more.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com.

#LI-DNI #LI-DNP

About Walmart

WalmartLabs is accelerating their development to redefine the shopping experience to meet the changing needs of our customers wherever they are —in a store, on our website, or on their mobile device.

Walmart Careers

Joining Walmart means becoming part of a world-renowned team that leads with innovation and is committed to creating impact. As the largest retailer globally, Walmart offers unparalleled job opportunities and career growth in an environment that values diversity and leadership. Work You’ll Do At Walmart, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives our mission to help people save money so they can live better. Engage in work that matters with a company that offers both stability and the flexibility to explore different career paths. Transform the retail landscape with your skills and help shape the future of millions of customers worldwide. Walmart is at the forefront of combining retail with advanced technology, making it an exciting place for professional growth and innovation. Lead with Us Step into a role that harnesses your potential and places you at the intersection of retail and technology. Walmart is not just a company; it's a community where you can develop your leadership skills and contribute to a culture that nurtures professional growth. Work with a diverse team of experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members are valued and can thrive. Walmart Careers and Employment Opportunities We are continuously expanding our team to include enthusiastic professionals eager to drive change and make a significant impact. Explore a range of positions from entry-level to executive, each offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to advance. Innovate with Us Join Walmart and be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence. With over 2.3 million associates worldwide, you are joining the largest private employment group, ready to innovate, lead, and impact the global market. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Walmart internship. Gain invaluable experience, build your resume, and develop networking connections that will empower your career journey. Our internships provide a platform to apply your academic knowledge in real-world scenarios, preparing you for future employment. Be Part of a Great Team At Walmart, our team is our strength. We invest in our employees through robust training programs, leadership development, and opportunities for career advancement. Enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive and inclusive environment where every member’s contribution is valued. Future-Proof Your Career Your journey at Walmart can be as vast as your ambitions. With endless opportunities to grow, learn, and lead, you can take your professional experience to new heights. Benefit from our comprehensive training programs and develop the skills needed for tomorrow’s challenges. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore the diverse job opportunities at Walmart and find where you can make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Walmart. SEARCH WALMART JOBS Join Walmart today and be part of a story of growth, innovation, and leadership.
Learn more about Walmart
Size
2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Walmart

More Information Technology Jobs

Find similar Senior Data Engineer jobs: