Staff Software Engineer – Backend/ML

Walmart

. Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • United StatesLead💰 $110,000 - $286,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices and automation, while leading full software development lifecycle activities. Proficient in developing AI-driven applications and mentoring engineering teams to promote technical excellence.

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Cloud-Native ArchitectureFull Software Development LifecycleJavaScript ProficiencyMentoring EngineersAPI Design

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Hard Skills

MicroservicesContainersAutomationSoftware Design PatternsCI/CD DeploymentJavaPythonTypeScriptRustDart

Soft Skills

Data-Driven Decision MakingProblem-SolvingCollaborationInfluencing Technical Decisions

Tools & Technologies

ML FrameworksObservability ToolsBackend SystemsMobile Platforms

Industry Keywords

Software EngineeringTechnical DocumentationStakeholder CollaborationScalabilityResilience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDartJavaJavaScriptMicroservicesPythonRustTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities
Drive full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, deployment, observability, and maintenance
Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalability, resilience, and agility
Conduct system design reviews to validate feasibility, quality, and architectural alignment
Build AI-driven applications and integrate ML components for automation and multi-step reasoning
Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence through documentation and knowledge sharing
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements and track success metrics
Develop backend systems and scalable mobile platforms supporting Walmart+ membership experiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

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; OR 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area
Expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation
Experience in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping
Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, Rust, Dart, or C++
Ability to lead full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability
Data-driven decision making and problem-solving skills
Experience mentoring engineers and influencing technical decisions

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
Walmart-paid education benefit program through Live Better U
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for eligible education programs
Annual or quarterly performance bonuses
Stock compensation for certain positions