Principal Software Engineer - Tech

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Bentonville, AR to lead large-scale cross-functional projects and own the full software lifecycle, including AI/ML integrations for scalable systems. This hands-on role requires strategic technical leadership, deep coding, and mentorship across teams.

You will architect, integrate, and deliver cloud-native infrastructure, drive quality and deployment readiness, and translate business goals into technical outcomes while ensuring availability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field or 7 years of software engineering experience.
• Experience delivering production-grade software and leading platform engineering initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, end-to-end software initiatives across teams.
• Architect scalable, cloud-native systems and AI/ML integrations.
• Write production-quality code and drive deployment readiness.
• Mentor engineers and align technical work with business goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science / related field

7+ years software engineering experience

Job description

Position Summary...

PrincipalSoftwareEngineer leads complex, large-scale cross-functional projects by translating requirements into technical solutions and overseeing design, development, and testing activities. This role drives the full software development lifecycle, integrating AI/ML technologies to build intelligent systems that serve millions. The position requires strategic technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration across teams to ensure alignment with long‑term architectural goals. This is a hands‑on role owning complex initiatives end to end, from understanding the business problem and defining architecture, integrations, and detailed designs to deep implementation. They write production code, automate quality and validation, and take solutions through deployment and production readiness.

What you'll do:

• Be a deeply hands‑on technical leader, write production-quality code, build automated tests, and take implementations all the way through production deployment
• Lead platform engineering efforts to deliver scalable, cloud‑native infrastructure and reusable tooling aligned with strategic roadmaps
• Own the full software development lifecycle across teams, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and real‑time data processing
• Architect and integrate AI/ML‑enhanced applications that serve millions of users at scale
• Mentor and grow engineers, championing a culture of engineering excellence
• Partner with stakeholders to translate business goals into clear technical requirements and measurable success metrics
• Drive continuous improvement by adopting innovative tools and practices that accelerate development velocity and quality

What you'll bring:

• Strong coding skills with a consistent track record of delivering production‑quality code
• Extensive experience leading platform engineering, designing scalable, cloud‑native architectures and reusable infrastructure
• Proven expertise across the full software development lifecycle—CI/CD, testing, observability, and incident response
• Deep background in AI/ML integration and intelligent system development using Python, Java, and C++
• Skilled in leveraging advanced development tools to accelerate quality and velocity
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, drive architectural decisions, and foster engineering excellence across teams
• Sharp problem‑solving and requirements analysis focused on customer‑centric outcomes
• Highly effective communicator and collaborator who engages cross‑functional stakeholders and drives innovation

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance‑based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices . Live Better U is a Walmart‑paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates in Walmart and Sam'S Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short‑form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $95,000.00 - $165,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)

- Stock

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location...

2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of America. Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

Discount Card

Get 10% off

Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in‑store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job‑specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation. At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.

Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech‑enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.

With amenities like on‑site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work‑life balance isn’t just a goal—it’s a reality.

Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world‑class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.

Whether you’re exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you’ll experience the perfect blend of small‑town charm and big‑city amenities.

Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.

This isn’t just a workplace—it’s a destination for leaders eager to make a difference.

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