Senior Software Engineer- Android

Walmart Global Tech; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid maternity/paternity leave

PTO

Health plans

Job summary

Walmart Global Tech in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an experienced Android Engineer to design, build, and scale mobile applications for consumer experiences. You will translate product requirements into robust, Android‑first solutions using Kotlin and Java, while collaborating with product, design, and platform teams to ship reliable features.

We value hands‑on coding, strong collaboration, and a track record of delivering high‑quality mobile apps at scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, 6+ years of professional software development experience across mobile, web front‑end, and backend systems, with recent hands‑on coding experience.
• Experience working on consumer‑facing mobile applications, preferably in eCommerce, digital platforms, or large‑scale consumer products.
• Strong experience building scalable backend systems and platforms.
• Proven experience designing and developing advanced Android applications.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production and business‑critical issues on mobile platforms by analyzing impact, severity, and root cause.
• Design and deliver innovative mobile solutions aligned with business objectives by collaborating with cross‑functional partners.
• Develop and maintain mobile applications across platforms by translating product and design requirements into high‑quality, scalable solutions.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements, assess risks, communicate status, unblock issues, and improve practices.
• Provide technical leadership by removing obstacles that impact delivery and setting performance standards.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Android SDK

REST APIs

Google Play services

Third-party libraries

Memory/performance analysis

MVVM

Coroutines

GraphQL

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

DDMS

MAT

Job description

About The Team

Our Omnitech engineering teams build modern, scalable technology solutions that power engaging digital experiences across mobile platforms. We focus on creating reliable, intuitive, and high‑performing applications that support a wide range of customer journeys and business needs. Working closely with product, design, and platform teams, we continuously evolve our solutions to meet changing user expectations and industry standards. This is a high‑impact role with the opportunity to shape mobile platforms that serve customers at scale.

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot production and business‑critical issues on mobile platforms by analyzing impact, severity, and root cause. Partner with support and engineering teams to resolve issues and conduct thorough post‑incident reviews to prevent recurrence across devices.
• Design and deliver innovative mobile solutions aligned with business objectives by collaborating with cross‑functional partners. Evaluate technical opportunities, analyze industry best practices, forecast emerging technologies, and drive high‑priority initiatives from concept to execution.
• Develop and maintain mobile applications across platforms by translating product and design requirements into high‑quality, scalable solutions. Write clean, maintainable code (Java/Kotlin), build intuitive user interfaces, implement robust testing strategies, and ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements, assess risks, communicate status, unblock issues, and continuously improve design and development practices.
• Provide technical leadership by removing obstacles that impact delivery, defining performance standards, supporting continuous learning, and adapting plans as priorities evolve.
• Promote engineering excellence and integrity by upholding company policies, development standards, and ethical practices, while mentoring team members and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Continuously improve engineering effectiveness by evaluating existing processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost optimization, and incorporating feedback from stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, 6+ years of professional software development experience across mobile, web front‑end, and backend systems, with recent hands‑on coding experience
• Experience working on consumer‑facing mobile applications, preferably in eCommerce, digital platforms, or large‑scale consumer products
• Strong experience building scalable backend systems and platforms
• Proven experience designing and developing advanced Android applications
• Strong collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Kotlin and Java for Android development
• Experience translating wireframes and design specifications into pixel‑perfect UI implementations
• Knowledge of animations, transitions, and modern Android UI practices
• Hands‑on experience with Android SDK, services, and background processing techniques
• Experience consuming remote data using REST APIs, JSON, HTTP, and messaging frameworks
• Familiarity with Google Play services, including Maps, Location, and Cloud Messaging
• Experience integrating third‑party libraries and APIs
• Ability to analyze and resolve memory and performance issues using tools such as DDMS, MAT, or equivalent
• Strong understanding of the mobile development lifecycle and object‑oriented design principles
• Experience with modern Android architectures such as MVVM, Clean Architecture, ViewModels, Repository pattern, and Coroutines
• Experience working with GraphQL and orchestration layers

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 expert's 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

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

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.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications

Option 1: Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area.

We value candidates with a 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. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location

1395 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089‑1114, 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.