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Walmart

Principal Software Engineer

Walmart

. Lead the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities across multiple teams .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • United StatesLead💰 $143,000 - $286,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading platform engineering efforts, delivering scalable cloud-native architectures, and integrating AI/ML-enhanced applications. Proficient in software development lifecycle management, including CI/CD and testing, while providing technical leadership and mentorship across teams.

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Platform Engineering LeadershipCloud-Native ArchitectureAI/ML IntegrationSoftware Development Lifecycle ManagementTechnical Mentorship

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Hard Skills
Production-Quality CodeCI/CDTestingObservabilityIncident ResponsePythonJavaC++Requirements AnalysisProblem-Solving
Soft Skills
Effective CollaborationCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Automated Testing ToolsDevelopment Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Scalable InfrastructureFault ToleranceReal-Time Data ProcessingDigital AccessibilityWCAG 2.2 AA Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
CloudJavaPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities across multiple teams
  • Write production-quality code and build automated tests
  • Take implementations through production deployment
  • Lead platform engineering efforts for scalable, cloud-native infrastructure and reusable tooling
  • Drive the full software development lifecycle across teams
  • Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and real-time data processing capabilities
  • Architect and integrate AI/ML-enhanced applications for millions of users
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements and measurable success metrics
  • Champion continuous improvement through innovative tools and practices
  • Influence architectural decisions and align technology with strategic goals

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area; OR 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area
  • Strong coding skills and ability to deliver production-quality code
  • Extensive experience in platform engineering leadership
  • Experience delivering scalable, cloud-native architectures and reusable infrastructure
  • Expertise in software development lifecycle management, including CI/CD, testing, observability, and incident response
  • Strong background in AI/ML integration and intelligent software systems
  • Proficiency with languages such as Python, Java, and C++
  • Ability to leverage advanced development tools to enhance quality and velocity
  • Skills in technical mentorship and architectural decision-making
  • Problem-solving and requirements analysis capabilities
  • Effective collaboration and communication skills
  • Preferred: Master's degree and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related area
  • Preferred: knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based bonus awards
  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Stock purchase
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • PTO, including sick leave
  • Parental leave
  • Family care leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Jury duty leave
  • Voting leave
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Company discounts
  • Military Leave Pay
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
  • Vacation, sick leave, and holiday PTO/PPTO
  • Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefits, including high school completion, bachelor's degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates
  • Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for through Live Better U
  • Stock compensation may be included for certain positions