Senior Software Engineer (Java Backend)

Walmart Inc.; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid maternity and parental leave

PTO

Health plans

Job summary

Walmart Global Tech in Bellevue, WA seeks a Software Engineer (Backend) to build Java-based microservice apps and optimize mobile performance at scale. You’ll work with product teams to implement features and raise code quality through reviews.

You’ll bring deep Java backend experience, Spring Boot, Kafka, and cloud-native design, plus CI/CD tooling knowledge. Join a team defining retail tech at Walmart’s global hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related field.
• 5 years’ software engineering experience acceptable as alternative.
• Proven ability to deliver scalable Java-based backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality large-scale Java-based backend applications.
• Participate in code reviews and improve development processes.
• Debug and resolve issues to ensure seamless user experience.
• Write modular, testable code and unit/integration tests.
• Document designs, implementations and best practices.
• Support and promote technical standards within the team.
• Plan and execute technical projects with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with product and design for smooth cycles.
• Research and propose innovative cloud-native solutions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Kafka

Microservices

Git

Maven

Jenkins

JUnit

Mockito

MockMVC

Distributed systems

RESTful services

Cloud-native

Data structures & algorithms

Design patterns

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related field

Tools

Git

Maven

Jenkins

JUnit

Mockito

MockMVC

Job description

Position Summary... What you’ll do...

About Role:

We are looking for a Software Engineer (Backend) to join our team and contribute to the development of world-class Java based microservice applications. You will work closely with other engineers and product teams to implement features and optimize our mobile apps for performance and scalability.

What you’ll do:

• Develop high-quality large scale applications using Java, Spring Boot and Kafka.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development processes.
• Debug and resolve issues to ensure a seamless user experience.
• Software Craftsmanship: Consistently produce high-quality, maintainable code.
• Technical Documentation: Document designs, implementations, and best practices.
• Engineering Advocacy: Support and promote technical standards within the team.
• Project Leadership: Contribute to planning and execution of technical projects.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate with product and design teams for smooth development cycles.
• Innovation & Research: Investigate and propose innovative solutions for complex mobile challenges.

What you’ll bring:

• Hands on experience building Java-based backend systems and experience of working in cloud-based solutions is a must with proficiency in Java, Spring Boot and Kafka.
• Have prior experience in delivering highly scalable large scale data processing Java applications.
• Strong in high- and low-level system design.
• Should be experienced in designing data intensive applications in open stack.
• A good understanding of CS Fundamentals, Microservices, Data Structures, Algorithms & Problem Solving
• Should be experienced in CICD development environments/tools including, but not limited to, Git, Maven, Jenkins.
• Strong in writing modular and testable code and test cases (unit, functional and integration) using frameworks like JUnit, Mockito, and Mock MVC
• Should be experienced in microservices architecture.
• Possesses good understanding of distributed concepts, common design principles, design patterns and cloud native development concepts.
• Hands-on experience in Spring boot, concurrency, garbage collection, RESTful services, data caching services and ORM tools.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

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 experts 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. 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.

Salary and compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $216,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - 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 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area. Option 2: 5 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. 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

10900 Ne 4th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, 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.