(USA) Staff, Software Engineer

Walmart

Bentonville, AR, United StatesFull-time$110,000–$220,000Posted Oct 20, 2026

About the role

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer is a hands - on individual contributor responsible for designing, building, and operating Walmart's core transportation platform. This role combines technical leadership with software delivery, requiring engineers to write production code, lead architectural decisions, and own complex initiatives from design through deployment. The ideal candidate is a versatile backend engineer with experience across distributed systems, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern web applications. Our engineering culture embraces AI native development, leveraging agentic coding tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining exceptional standards for quality, security, scalability, and maintainability.

About the team:

Our team builds and operates Walmart's core transportation platform that supports the global supply chain by connecting suppliers, carriers, and internal operations at massive scale. We develop cloud-native, full-stack solutions that manage the complete freight lifecycle—from planning and execution through tracking, settlement, and carrier experience—for both private fleet and third-party transportation. We embrace AI native engineering and intelligent automation to accelerate software delivery and simplify complex logistics workflows. By combining deep technical expertise with a product mindset, we build resilient, scalable platforms that improve transportation efficiency, reduce operating costs, and enable Walmart's omnichannel growth through continuous innovation.

What you'll do:

Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap 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 quality and alignment with architectural standards.

Build AI-driven applications integrating ML components for automation and multi-step reasoning.

Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence.

Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.

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 proficiency in Java programming and software design patterns to develop secure, maintainable, and modular solutions.

Experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and system observability.

Ability to conduct thorough design reviews and software prototyping to validate technical feasibility and quality.

Skilled in API design and DevOps engineering to enhance platform capabilities and developer productivity.

Demonstrated capacity to mentor engineers and influence architectural decisions for long-term sustainability.

Data-driven decision-making skills to define success metrics and optimize engineering processes.

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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

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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 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...

2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, 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.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and operate Walmart's core transportation platform.
  • Deliver platform capabilities, infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks.
  • Lead software development lifecycle activities from coding and testing through deployment and maintenance.
  • Apply cloud-native architecture principles to build scalable and resilient systems.
  • Conduct system design reviews and validate technical feasibility through prototyping.
  • Build AI-driven applications that integrate ML components.
  • Mentor engineers and influence technical decisions.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into technical requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4 years of software engineering experience, or 6 years of software engineering experience.
  • Expertise in cloud-native architecture, microservices, containers, and automation.
  • Strong proficiency in Java and software design patterns.
  • Experience with coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and system observability.
  • Skills in API design and DevOps engineering.
  • Ability to mentor engineers and influence architectural decisions.
  • Data-driven decision-making skills and ability to define success metrics.
  • Preferred: master's degree in a related field and 2 years of software engineering experience.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k), stock purchase plan, and company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, and family care leave
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Company discounts
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
  • Walmart-paid education programs through Live Better U
  • Performance-based bonuses and potential stock compensation

Skills mentioned

JavaDistributed SystemsMicroservicesREST APIsCloud ComputingContainerizationDevOpsCI/CDSystem DesignSoftware Testing

About Walmart

More than 60 years ago, Sam Walton opened the first Walmart in Rogers, Arkansas. Today, we’re a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer dedicated to helping people save money and live better all around the world. Our 2.1 million associates are the engine behind what we do — serving customers and members in communities spanning 19 countries, in stores and clubs, online and through a supply chain built for speed and scale. We’re committed to creating clear pathways for associates to learn, grow and advance. Whether you’re starting your first job or bringing years of experience, you’ll find room to grow, learn new skills and build a career with purpose. We’re proud to invest in our people and foster a culture grounded in respect, integrity, service and striving for excellence. Recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (2025) and Great Place To Work®-Certified™ , we’re proud of what we’re building together.

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