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Staff, Software Engineer, Information Security

VIZIO · Dallas, TX · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$110k–$220k/yrFull-time

Join Walmart/VIZIO and take your career to the next level! We are VIZIO, part of Walmart, a leading smart TV platform. Our Information Security team works with open-source software to provide innovative, cutting-edge, and secure solutions. Our team owns open-source license compliance, security automation, and vulnerability management across our embedded software platforms. We are a dynamic group that uses cutting-edge tools to automate audits, produce Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), and ensure our products meet the highest security standards. We value problem-solving, autonomy, and collaboration, and believe in empowering our team members to architect solutions and drive compliance in a fast-moving environment.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. This is a full-time, onsite role at our Dallas, TX office and is not eligible for remote work.

About the Role

As a Staff Software Engineer, Information Security at Walmart, you will oversee the security and compliance of open-source integrations that drive our business forward. Join us and leverage your skills to make a significant difference in our fast-paced and dynamic environment. We’re focused on learning, doing something new and valuable, and encouraging our team to do the same. This position is an Individual Contributor role.

Responsibilities

  • Lead open-source compliance & security: Evaluate proposed libraries (GPL/MPL/MIT/Apache), document obligations, and guide compliant implementation across embedded platforms.
  • Drive vulnerability management: Integrate and triage results from SAST/DAST/SCA scanners (CodeQL, SonarQube) and oversee remediation across firmware and supporting services.
  • Automate DevSecOps pipelines: Design and enforce CI/CD security gates, automate audits, and produce software bill of materials (SBOMs) using GitHub/GitLab.
  • Govern build engineering & artifacts: Standardize reproducible builds (CMake, Clang/LLVM) and manage dependency health checks via JFrog Artifactory/Xray.
  • Conduct risk assessments: Identify threats, recommend mitigating controls, and champion security best practices through documentation and developer training.

Requirements

  • 8+ years in embedded software development (Linux kernel, device/firmware) with 2+ years in a security-focused role (DevSecOps/AppSec/Compliance).
  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Security certifications like CISSP/CSSLP are a plus).
  • Strong proficiency in C and C++, with additional skills in Python or JavaScript for automation and tooling.
  • Deep, practical familiarity with open-source licenses (GPL/LGPL/MPL/Apache) and SBOM tooling (SPDX/CycloneDX).
  • Hands-on experience with modern CI/CD practices, CMake, cross-compilers, and artifact governance.
  • Skilled at interpreting and acting upon SAST/DAST/IAST security scan results.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification in Security+, GISF, CISSP, CCSP, or GSEC.
  • Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 2 years’ experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
  • Paid time off benefits including PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Company discounts.
  • Military Leave Pay.
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
  • Education benefits through Live Better U, including fully paid tuition, books, and fees for high school completion, bachelor's degrees, and short-form certificates.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses and stock for certain positions.

Primary location: 14901 Quorum Dr, Dallas, TX 75254-7521, United States of America.

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