Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart, Inc.

$117K — $234K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Sunnyvale, CA
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or 5 years of applicable software engineering experience.
  • Proficient in Java and Java-based backend systems.
  • Experience in building microservices with Spring Boot and reactive frameworks.
  • Knowledge of distributed technologies like Solr and Kafka.
  • Strong expertise in cloud solutions and CI/CD tools.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high-performance and scalable back end services.
  • Lead and mentor junior engineers for technical and compliance support.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve business and production issues effectively.
  • Conduct root cause analysis to prevent future issues.
  • Work within an Agile environment delivering projects collaboratively.
  • Stay updated with GenAI trends to enhance Catalog platform solutions.
  • Participate in complex cross-functional projects and ensure alignment with business needs.

Benefits

  • Incentive awards based on performance.
  • 401(k) matching contributions.
  • Stock purchase plan available.
  • Paid maternity and parental leave.
  • Multiple health plan options to choose from.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior Software Engineer (Back End), you will be part of Catalog Engineering team and will be responsible for developing high performance and scalable Catalog Service that meet the needs of millions of Walmart customers. Design and develop integrations with next generation downstream application that is built largely on an event driven platform implemented via a micro-service architecture. We are looking to bring more intellectually curious engineers who are passionate about technology in general.

What you'll do:
  • Design & develop highly scalable services and solve complex software systems problems by leveraging state-of-the-art technology and enhancing Walmart Catalog and Partner experience solutions
  • Lead by example. Show your chops as an exceptional and experienced developer.
  • Troubleshoot business and production issues by gathering information and engaging support teams to resolve issues
  • Perform root cause analysis to prevent future occurrence of issues and ensure compliance with Walmart code of conduct
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members to ensure compliance with Walmart code of conduct
  • Work in an Agile environment, adhering to best practices and collaborating with teams to deliver results
  • Stay up to date with the latest GenAI trends and technologies and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that improve the Seller and supplier experience on our Catalog platform.
  • Participate in medium- to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects by reviewing project, product and business requirements; translating requirements into technical solutions; gathering requested information (for example, design documents, product requirement); designing robust and scalable architectures; writing and developing code; conducting unit testing; communicating status and issues to team members and stakeholders; collaborating with cross functional teams; troubleshooting open issues and bug-fixes; enhancing design to prevent re-occurrences of defects; ensuring on-time delivery


What you'll bring:
  • Experience with Java and building Java-based backend systems.
  • Building and implementing microservices and applications using Spring Boot and reactive frameworks like Spring WebFlux and Project Reactor (Mono and Flux)
  • Experience in internet-scale distributed technologies (e.g. Solr, Kafka, Mem Cache, etc.)
  • Deep understanding of Spark engine
  • Strong understanding of J2EE components, multithreading, and networking.
  • Extensive knowledge of offline storage, caching, and performance tuning.
  • Experience with cloud-based solutions and hands-on experience with CICD development environments/tools, including Git, Maven, and Jenkins.
  • Strong understanding of CS Fundamentals, Microservices, Data Structures, Algorithms, and Problem Solving.
  • Familiarity with GenAI best practices, such as Using AI-powered code analysis tools to improve code quality and maintainability.
  • Implementing AI-driven testing frameworks to ensure robust testing and validation.
  • Leveraging AI-based performance monitoring and optimization tools to improve system efficiency.
  • Designing AI-enabled data pipelines to streamline data processing and analysis.
  • Experience with NoSQL Databases like Cosmos DB, Cassandra and ability to design and implement scalable data models.
  • Strong understanding of distributed systems, cloud-native development, and microservices architecture.
  • Experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
  • Strong understanding of DevOps practices, including continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous monitoring.


Benefits:
Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

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...

1375 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of America

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