Staff Software Engineer
Walmart
About the role
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Role 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 high-quality system design. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate across functions to translate complex business needs into effective technical solutions. A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence is essential to support Walmart’s evolving technology landscape and business objectives.
About the team:
The Global Security & Investigations Technology team develops intelligent, scalable platforms that enhance security and operational risk management. Leveraging AI-driven innovation, data insights, and resilient engineering, the team supports investigators, security operators, and aviation units with advanced technology to improve decision-making and automate processes. Focused on cloud-native architecture and continuous improvement, the team delivers robust, maintainable solutions aligned with business priorities. This group transforms security into a technology-enabled capability that drives secure global growth and operational excellence through collaboration, innovation, and technical expertise.
What you'll do:
Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities.
Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems.
Lead full software development lifecycle activities including coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
Conduct system design reviews to validate feasibility and ensure alignment with architectural best practices.
Build AI-driven applications and integrate ML components using multiple programming languages.
Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence through documentation and knowledge sharing.
Collaborate across teams to define technical requirements and optimize development processes using 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 hands-on development skills across multiple programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, and C++.
Experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
Ability to conduct thorough system design reviews and apply software design patterns for secure, maintainable, and modular solutions.
Demonstrated capability in API design, software prototyping, and DevOps engineering to enhance platform productivity.
Skilled in data-driven decision making and driving engineering excellence through continuous improvement and error correction.
Effective collaborator with strong communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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...
805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, 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
- Deliver platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks.
- Apply cloud-native architecture principles to build scalable and resilient systems.
- Lead software development lifecycle activities from coding and testing through deployment and maintenance.
- Conduct system design reviews and build AI-driven applications integrating machine learning components.
- Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence.
- Collaborate across teams to define requirements and improve development processes.
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.
- Hands-on development experience with multiple programming languages, such as JavaScript, Python, Java, and C++.
- Experience with CI/CD, API design, software prototyping, and DevOps engineering.
- Ability to conduct system design reviews and apply secure, maintainable software design patterns.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k), stock purchase plan, and company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off, including sick, parental, and family care leave
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Company discounts and adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Walmart-paid education benefits through Live Better U
Skills mentioned
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.