Lead design and delivery of scalable backend software for high-throughput distributed systems. Implement, test, and maintain maintainable code, CI/CD pipelines, telemetry, and automated testing. Troubleshoot performance issues, translate business requirements into technical designs, mentor peers, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high-availability, secure solutions with AI/ML integrations.
Position Summary...What you'll do...Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
This is a full-time, onsite role at our Sunnyvale, CA office. This position is not eligible for remote work. Role summary:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead the delivery of scalable software solutions by managing feature implementation, testing, and ongoing support within collaborative teams. This role requires expertise in multiple programming languages and a strong focus on software lifecycle execution, including CI/CD and automated testing. You will integrate AI/ML components to enhance system capabilities while ensuring technical excellence and alignment with platform objectives. Your responsibilities include mentoring peers, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across functions to deliver high-quality, reliable software that meets business and user needs.
About the team:
Our team develops and maintains robust distributed systems supporting Walmart’s eCommerce and supply chain operations by processing high transaction volumes per second. We focus on capturing and analyzing transaction histories from multiple sources to efficiently identify and address potential disruptions. Emphasizing scalable platform design, iterative development, and continuous delivery, we ensure real-time, accurate information for clients. Collaboration and technical expertise drive our efforts to build reliable solutions that enhance operational performance and customer experience across Walmart’s digital ecosystem.
What you'll do:
What you'll bring:
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
Option 2: 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Preferred Qualifications...
This is a full-time, onsite role at our Sunnyvale, CA office. This position is not eligible for remote work. Role summary:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will lead the delivery of scalable software solutions by managing feature implementation, testing, and ongoing support within collaborative teams. This role requires expertise in multiple programming languages and a strong focus on software lifecycle execution, including CI/CD and automated testing. You will integrate AI/ML components to enhance system capabilities while ensuring technical excellence and alignment with platform objectives. Your responsibilities include mentoring peers, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across functions to deliver high-quality, reliable software that meets business and user needs.
About the team:
Our team develops and maintains robust distributed systems supporting Walmart’s eCommerce and supply chain operations by processing high transaction volumes per second. We focus on capturing and analyzing transaction histories from multiple sources to efficiently identify and address potential disruptions. Emphasizing scalable platform design, iterative development, and continuous delivery, we ensure real-time, accurate information for clients. Collaboration and technical expertise drive our efforts to build reliable solutions that enhance operational performance and customer experience across Walmart’s digital ecosystem.
What you'll do:
- Analyze and classify requirements to align with business and technical objectives, ensuring comprehensive scoping and estimation.
- Design scalable software solutions by evaluating trade-offs and converting high-level designs into detailed functional modules.
- Develop maintainable, testable code adhering to coding standards and security policies across multiple platforms and languages.
- Create and execute test cases to identify defects, perform root cause analysis, and support regression testing.
- Monitor application performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain high availability and scalability.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet customer and business needs while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
What you'll bring:
- Proven expertise in software architecture, scalable distributed systems, and design patterns.
- Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming and coding standards using languages such as JavaScript, Python, or C.
- Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, automation scripting, and telemetry implementation.
- Ability to analyze and translate business requirements into detailed technical designs and user stories.
- Skilled in code review, debugging, defect management, and ensuring high-quality, maintainable code.
- Familiarity with testing methodologies, tools, and defect lifecycle processes.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and commitment to delivering secure, high-availability software solutions.
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
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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 AmericaWalmart 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.Similar Jobs
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