Senior, Software Engineer - Backend (Node.js / TypeScript / Rust)

Walmart, Inc.

$117K — $234K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in software engineering or related field (or a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline plus 3 years experience)
  • Strong hands-on coding skills in NodeJS, Typescript, Rust
  • Fundamental web development skills including server communication and integration
  • Excellent communication and ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences
  • Experience with GraphQL using NodeJS is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering teams in delivering software features and models
  • Develop, test, and maintain high-quality code throughout the software lifecycle
  • Integrate AI/ML components to enhance software capabilities
  • Participate in solution design and conduct code reviews
  • Translate business needs into technical requirements collaboratively
  • Monitor application performance and drive continuous improvement
  • Mentor peers and contribute to knowledge sharing

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) contribution and stock purchase options
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
  • Generous paid time off including sick leave and parental leave
  • Educational benefits covering tuition and fees for associates
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:

Walmart is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the delivery of scalable software solutions through collaborative engineering teams. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality code across multiple languages and platforms, with a focus on AI/ML integration and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will drive technical excellence, mentor peers, and ensure alignment with broader system objectives. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex requirements into reliable, maintainable software are essential to support Walmart's commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

What you'll do:
  • Lead delivery of scoped features and models through collaborative engineering teams, ensuring alignment with platform and system objectives.
  • Develop, test, and maintain high-quality, efficient code across NodeJS, TypeScript , Rust supporting full software lifecycle and CI/CD processes.
  • Integrate AI/ML components and leverage generative AI tools to enhance software capabilities and development efficiency.
  • Participate in solution design, conducting code reviews and applying best practices for scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements and measurable outcomes.
  • Monitor application performance, support defect resolution, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor peers and contribute to knowledge sharing and engineering excellence.


What you'll bring:

  • Hands-on coding experience with NodeJS, Typescript, Rust
  • Fundamental Web development skills (Core understanding of the web, services and how things integrate). Cookies, headers, server to server communication understanding is critical
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and be able to articulate complex technical concepts in an approachable way for broad audiences.
  • Experience in working with GraphQL using NodeJS would be a plus.


At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus 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, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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.

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.

The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 5 years' experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area., We value candidates with a 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. The ideal candidate would have 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.

Primary Location...

1395 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of America

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