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Walmart

Principal Software Engineer, Data Ventures

Walmart

. Lead platform engineering efforts by delivering scalable infrastructure, reusable tooling, and AI/ML frameworks aligned with strategic roadmaps .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeBellevue • Washington • United StatesLead💰 $132,000 - $264,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in platform engineering leadership, delivering scalable cloud-native architectures, and driving the full software development lifecycle. Proficient in AI/ML integration and model-driven design while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Platform Engineering LeadershipCloud-Native ArchitectureFull Software Development LifecycleAI/ML IntegrationTechnical Leadership and Mentorship

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Hard Skills
Software EngineeringDistributed SystemsReal-Time Data ProcessingCI/CDTestingMonitoringIncident ResponseModel-Driven DesignScalable InfrastructureReusable Tooling
Soft Skills
Effective CollaborationTechnical JudgmentCommitment to Continuous Improvement
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Related Area (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
AI/ML FrameworksArchitectural StandardsWalmart Accessibility StandardsWCAG 2.2 AA StandardsAssistive TechnologiesDigital Accessibility Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
CloudDistributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead platform engineering efforts by delivering scalable infrastructure, reusable tooling, and AI/ML frameworks aligned with strategic roadmaps
  • Drive the full software development lifecycle across multiple teams
  • Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and real-time data processing
  • Architect and integrate intelligent AI-enhanced applications using cloud-native principles and model-driven design
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship
  • Influence architectural standards and promote engineering excellence
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and success metrics
  • Align technical solutions with business objectives
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and product quality
  • Support Walmart Data Ventures' Scintilla platform and data products

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
  • Extensive experience in platform engineering leadership
  • Experience delivering scalable, cloud-native architectures and reusable tooling
  • Ability to drive the full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD, testing, monitoring, and incident response
  • Expertise in distributed systems optimized for real-time data processing and AI/ML integration
  • Strong technical judgment focused on maintainability, scalability, and long-term architectural alignment
  • Leadership experience mentoring engineers and influencing cross-team architectural decisions
  • Proficiency in AI agent integration and model-driven design
  • Effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence
  • Preferred: Master's degree in a related area and 3 years' experience
  • Preferred knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, digital accessibility best practices, and Walmart accessibility standards

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 and long-term disability
  • Company discounts
  • Military Leave Pay
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
  • PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
  • Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefits, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs
  • English Language Learning and short-form certificate programs through Live Better U
  • Additional stock compensation for certain positions
  • Annual or quarterly performance bonuses