Staff, Software Engineer

Walmart, Inc.

$132K — $264K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or 4 years of software engineering experience; 6 years of software engineering experience in lieu of degree.
  • Expertise in cloud-native architecture, microservices, and automation for scalability.
  • Strong background in managing the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD.
  • Proficiency in API design and software prototyping with focus on security and maintenance.
  • Experience integrating AI/ML components into software products.
  • DevOps engineering skills with knowledge of infrastructure tooling.
  • Effective leadership and mentorship capabilities with a data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver platform capabilities aligning with roadmap and domain priorities.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle including coding and deployment.
  • Apply cloud-native architecture principles for scalability and resilience.
  • Conduct system design reviews to validate compliance with best practices.
  • Build AI-driven applications with ML components and automation.
  • Mentor engineering teams and influence technical decisions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and measure success.
  • Enhance processes, tools, and products through continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Multiple health plans
  • Incentive awards for performance
Full Job Description
Position Summary...
Walmart is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks. This role involves driving the full software lifecycle, applying cloud-native architecture principles, and ensuring alignment with strategic roadmaps. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate across functions to translate complex requirements into effective solutions. A focus on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement is essential to support Walmart's commitment to operational excellence and customer value.

What you'll do...
  • Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle activities such as coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
  • Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems.
  • Conduct system design reviews to validate feasibility and ensure alignment with architectural best practices.
  • Build AI-driven applications integrating ML components and intelligent automation features.
  • Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and track success metrics.
  • Continuously improve processes, tools, and products through innovation and data-driven practices.


What you'll bring:
  • Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems.
  • Strong experience in software development lifecycle management, encompassing coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
  • Proficiency in API design, software prototyping, and applying design patterns for secure, maintainable, and modular solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI/ML components and generative AI agents into software products.
  • Skilled in DevOps engineering and infrastructure tooling to enhance developer productivity and platform capabilities.
  • Effective mentorship and leadership skills to guide engineers and influence technical decisions.
  • Data-driven approach to problem definition, metrics tracking, and continuous improvement.


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.

The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00

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 4 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 6 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 2 years' 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...

10500 Ne 8Th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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