Staff Software Engineer

Walmart

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

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesLead💰 $110,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices and automation, while driving the software development lifecycle from coding to deployment. Proven ability to mentor engineers and influence technical decisions, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and best practices.

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Cloud-Native ArchitectureSoftware Development Lifecycle ManagementAPI DesignDevOps EngineeringData-Driven Decision-Making

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Hard Skills

MicroservicesContainersAutomationCodingTestingCI/CD DeploymentSoftware PrototypingSoftware Design PatternsTechnical Design ReviewsMetrics Definition

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationInfluencing

Industry Keywords

WCAG 2.2 AA StandardsAssistive TechnologiesDigital Accessibility Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudMicroservices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities
Drive the full software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, deployment, observability, and maintenance
Apply cloud-native architecture principles to build scalable, resilient, and agile systems
Conduct system design reviews to validate feasibility and architectural alignment
Build AI-driven applications and integrate ML components for automation and multi-step reasoning
Mentor engineers and influence technical decisions
Promote engineering excellence through documentation and knowledge sharing
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements
Track success metrics and support data-driven decision-making
Develop secure, scalable platforms protecting Walmart's global digital ecosystem

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 with software development lifecycle management, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance
Proficiency in API design, software prototyping, and software design patterns
Ability to lead technical design reviews and remedial actions
DevOps engineering experience
Data-driven decision-making skills for defining metrics and optimizing engineering processes
Experience mentoring engineers and influencing architectural decisions
Preferred: Master's degree and 2 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
Paid time off, 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
PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit program
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for eligible education programs
Additional stock compensation may apply to certain positions