Distinguished Software Engineer, Architect

Walmart

. Define and drive the architecture strategy for a global Omni Services platform supporting millions of customers across multiple markets .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $169,000 - $338,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in defining architecture strategies for global platforms, particularly in financial services and eCommerce. Proven ability to lead large-scale platform transformations and architect highly available distributed systems using modern technologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Architecture Strategy DefinitionMicroservices ArchitectureFinancial Services ExperienceLarge-Scale Platform TransformationCloud-Native Technologies

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringDistributed Systems DesignAPI DevelopmentEvent-Driven ArchitectureSystems IntegrationPrototypingTechnical LeadershipScalability and ResiliencyDigital Commerce IntegrationPayments and Lending Expertise

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersExecutive-Level CommunicationThought Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Cloud TechnologiesAI-Assisted Development PracticesDigital WalletsPayment Orchestration Platforms

Industry Keywords

ECommerce EcosystemsOmni-Channel ServicesWCAG 2.2 AA StandardsAssistive TechnologiesDigital Accessibility Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsMicroservices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and drive the architecture strategy for a global Omni Services platform supporting millions of customers across multiple markets
Lead large-scale platform transformation initiatives, consolidating fragmented capabilities into reusable, scalable, and configurable global platforms
Architect highly available distributed systems using microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures, cloud-native technologies, and modern integration patterns
Drive modernization across financial services experiences, including payments, lending, BNPL, remittances, and digital commerce integrations
Partner with Engineering, Product, Architecture, and Business leaders to align technical strategy with long-term business objectives
Establish architectural standards focused on scalability, resiliency, security, observability, and operational excellence
Influence technical direction across multiple organizations through thought leadership, technical reviews, and executive-level communication
Validate architectural decisions through prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and AI-assisted development practices when appropriate
Support Walmart’s Omni Services platform across commerce, payments, financial services, auto care, store journey, and other omni-channel services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship
15+ years of software engineering experience, including 8+ years in Architect, Principal Architect, Distinguished Engineer/Architect, or equivalent senior technical leadership roles
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area; OR 8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area
Strong ability to influence senior engineering leaders, architects, and executives without direct authority
Hands-on technical credibility, including prototyping, validating architectural decisions, and evaluating emerging technologies
Experience defining architecture strategy for globally distributed products and platforms
Experience within large-scale eCommerce ecosystems or similar high-volume consumer platforms
Experience in Financial Services, Payments, Lending, BNPL, Digital Wallets, Credit, Remittances, or Payment Orchestration platforms
Experience building multi-country platforms supporting regional regulations, payment methods, and market-specific business requirements
Knowledge of end-to-end commerce domains including Discovery, Catalog, Cart, Checkout, Order Management, and Fulfillment
Proven success designing and scaling large-scale distributed systems serving millions of users
Deep expertise in platform architecture, microservices, APIs, event-driven systems, systems integration, and cloud-native technologies
Experience leading enterprise-wide modernization or platform transformation initiatives spanning multiple engineering teams
Experience integrating financial products directly into customer commerce journeys
Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field and 4 years' experience
Preferred knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive awards for performance
401(k) match
Stock purchase plan
Paid maternity and parental leave
PTO, including sick leave
Multiple health plans, including medical, vision, and dental coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term and long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit, including tuition, books, and fees
Performance-based bonus awards
Stock
Competitive compensation package