Walmart

(USA) Software Engineer III

Walmart$90K — $180K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field plus 2 years' experience, or 4 years' equivalent experience
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming with languages like JavaScript, Python, or Java
  • Knowledge of web development with experience in JavaScript frameworks
  • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation scripting
  • Experience in mentoring small engineering teams

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
  • Develop, test, and maintain scalable, high-quality code
  • Resolve production issues through root cause analysis
  • Lead and mentor small engineering groups for timely project delivery
  • Implement automation scripts for continuous integration processes
  • Monitor application performance and conduct maintenance activities
  • Support business users with technical inquiries and sustainable solutions

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) with company match and stock purchase options
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and family leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement for education programs, including high school to bachelor's degrees
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:
The (USA) Software Engineer III plays a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering scalable software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams including product management and user experience. This position involves troubleshooting complex issues, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring high-quality code through rigorous testing and continuous integration practices. The engineer will manage project requirements, contribute to technical design, and support ongoing maintenance while mentoring small engineering groups. A strong focus on innovation, technical excellence, and timely delivery is essential to drive business value and enhance platform capabilities.
About the team:
The Atlas WMS team manages the platform end-to-end, developing systems that direct inbound freight, optimize inventory slotting, and enhance picking and packing for millions of weekly orders. The team supports associate workflows and integrates advanced robotics and automation technologies. Operating at an unmatched scale, Atlas processes a vast volume of daily transactions, supporting tens of thousands of associates and ensuring timely order fulfillment. This team addresses complex engineering challenges to build foundational technology that drives the operations of the world's largest retailer, delivering immediate impact on warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction.
What you'll do:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define high-level designs and translate requirements into technical solutions.
  • Develop, test, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-quality code following coding standards and best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production and business issues through root cause analysis and effective problem-solving.
  • Lead small engineering groups by providing guidance, documentation, and mentorship to ensure timely project delivery.
  • Implement automation scripts and telemetry features to support continuous integration and deployment processes.
  • Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance activities, and evaluate change requests for feasibility and impact.
  • Support business users by addressing technical inquiries and recommending sustainable solutions aligned with business goals.

What you'll bring:
  • Proven experience in software design, development, and delivery within Agile environments.
  • Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming and coding languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Java.
  • Web development experience, knowledgeable in JavaScript frameworks.
  • Experience with relational or NoSQL databases
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues effectively.
  • Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and automation scripting.
  • Knowledge of platform design, API development, and component services to build scalable solutions.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to translate requirements into technical solutions.
  • Skilled in test case creation, execution, and defect management to ensure high-quality software delivery.
  • Experience mentoring and guiding small engineering teams to achieve project goals.


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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00

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

Masters: Computer Science

Primary Location...

2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America

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

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2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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