Senior, Software Engineer - Backend (Node.js / TypeScript / Rust)

Walmart Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 117,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

PTO including sick leave

Live Better U education benefit

Job summary

Walmart Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the delivery of scalable software solutions via collaborative engineering teams.

You will design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality code across NodeJS, TypeScript, and Rust with a focus on AI/ML integration and CI/CD. You will mentor peers, translate complex requirements into reliable software, and ensure alignment with platform objectives within the Pre Purchase Experience Platform team.

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of scoped features and models through collaborative engineering teams, ensuring alignment with platform and system objectives.
• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality, efficient code across NodeJS, TypeScript, Rust supporting full software lifecycle and CI/CD processes.
• Integrate AI/ML components and leverage generative AI tools to enhance software capabilities and development efficiency.
• Mentor peers and contribute to knowledge sharing and engineering excellence.

Skills

NodeJS

TypeScript

Rust

AI/ML integration

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area

Job description

Position Summary

What you'll do... Role summary: Walmart is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the delivery of scalable software solutions through collaborative engineering teams. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality code across multiple languages and platforms, with a focus on AI/ML integration and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will drive technical excellence, mentor peers, and ensure alignment with broader system objectives. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex requirements into reliable, maintainable software are essential to support Walmart’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

About the team

The Pre Purchase Experience Platform team at Walmart delivers a seamless shopping experience to millions globally. This collaborative group includes Engineering, UX, Product Management, Business, and Analytics professionals who rapidly develop and iterate on platform services powering Homepage, Content Pages, Search, Browse, Deals, and Item pages across web and mobile. The team focuses on high-performing front-end solutions, integrating advanced features such as Virtual Try-On and Generative AI. Continuous experimentation, innovation, and customer feedback drive the development of scalable, reliable products that enhance the top-of-the-funnel shopping journey.

What you'll do

Lead delivery of scoped features and models through collaborative engineering teams, ensuring alignment with platform and system objectives. Develop, test, and maintain high-quality, efficient code across NodeJS, TypeScript , Rust supporting full software lifecycle and CI/CD processes. Integrate AI/ML components and leverage generative AI tools to enhance software capabilities and development efficiency. Participate in solution design, conducting code reviews and applying best practices for scalable, secure, and maintainable systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements and measurable outcomes. Monitor application performance, support defect resolution, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Mentor peers and contribute to knowledge sharing and engineering excellence.

What you’ll bring

Hands-on coding experience with NodeJS, Typescript, Rust Fundamental Web development skills (Core understanding of the web, services and how things integrate). Cookies, headers, server to server communication understanding is critical Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and be able to articulate complex technical concepts in an approachable way for broad audiences. Experience in working with GraphQL using NodeJS would be a plus.

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 $117,000.00 - $234,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

• 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

• 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.

About Walmart

Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world’s biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we’re reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you’re proud of.