Principal Software Engineer – Character & Access Platform

Walmart; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Madison, WI for the Character and Access Improvement group. You will develop and maintain security-focused software, plan solutions, and drive multi-project delivery.

The role requires SQL tuning expertise, strong C# or Java skills, CI/CD experience, and the ability to mentor junior staff. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of experience writing and tuning complex SQL queries for social datasets.
• Approximately 2 years of experience in primarily C# or Java; other dialects accepted.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for presenting to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Character and Access Improvement group products.
• Plan and execute solutions aligned with business requirements and objectives.
• Write complex SQL queries and optimize query performance.
• Diagnose bugs and identify opportunities for automation and improvement.
• Lead delivery of multiple product initiatives and communications by defining requirements and guides.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to adapt to requirements and business goals.
• Drive development and enhancement within the character space.
• Coach and mentor junior staff.
• Plan projects.

Skills

SQL

C# / Java

CI/CD

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Graduate

Job description

Walmart is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Madison, WI for the Character and Access Improvement group. You will develop and maintain security-focused software, plan solutions, and drive multi-project delivery.

The role requires SQL tuning expertise, strong C# or Java skills, CI/CD experience, and the ability to mentor junior staff. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to meet business goals.