Staff, Software Engineer - Frontend

Position Summary

Walmart is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks. This role involves driving the full software lifecycle, applying cloud-native architecture principles, and ensuring high-quality system design. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate across functions to translate complex business needs into actionable solutions. A strong focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement is essential to support Walmart's technology goals and enhance overall platform performance.

About Data Ventures

Data Ventures drives Walmart's data transformation by delivering scalable B2B data solutions that empower merchants and suppliers with actionable insights. The team focuses on end-to-end software product development, emphasizing collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. Members leverage expertise in software development, AI integration, and platform design to build reliable, efficient systems. The team values innovation, accountability, and clear communication to meet business goals and enhance user experiences. It supports ongoing learning and knowledge sharing across cross-functional groups to foster growth and technical advancement.

What You'll Do

• Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks aligned with roadmap priorities
• Lead full software development lifecycle activities such as coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance
• Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems
• Conduct system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with architectural standards
• Develop AI-driven applications and integrate machine learning components to enhance automation
• Mentor engineers, promote technical growth, and influence architectural decisions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven practices and innovation

What You'll Bring

• Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems
• Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to deliver maintainable and modular solutions
• Experience driving full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability
• Ability to integrate AI/ML components using languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C++
• Demonstrated skills in DevOps engineering and platform tooling to enhance engineering productivity
• Data-driven decision-making capabilities to define metrics and optimize development processes
• Effective collaboration and mentorship skills to support technical growth and team success

Minimum Qualifications

• Option 1: 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
• Option 2: 6 years' experience in software engineering or related area

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 2 years' experience in software engineering or related area
• Background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and commitment to creating accessible products and services following Walmart's accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture

About Walmart Global Tech

Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. That's what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We're a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts and service professionals within the world's leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.

Walmart's culture is a competitive advantage, and it's fostered by being together. Working together in person allows us to collaborate, align quickly and innovate with greater speed. We use our campuses to create purposeful connection rooted in deepening understanding and investing in the development of our associates.

Our Hubs

Walmart is a global company with offices across the United States and around the world. Our global headquarters is in Bentonville, Arkansas, with primary hubs in the San Francisco Bay area and New York/New Jersey.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonus awards
• 401(k) match and stock purchase plan
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• PTO (including sick leave) and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
• Multiple health plans including medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave
• Live Better U education benefit program with completely paid tuition, books, and fees for high school completion, bachelor's degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates

Pay

Annual salary range: $110,000.00 - $220,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses and stock for certain positions.

Schedule

Full-time position with PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. Amount depends on job classification and length of employment and meets or exceeds paid sick leave laws where applicable.

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