Software Engineer III - Back End Java

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) & stock purchase

PTO & leave benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Walmart in Sunnyvale, CA is hiring a Software Engineer III to design, develop, and deliver scalable software for our BuyBox team within Walmart's e-commerce platform.

You'll collaborate with product, UX, and operations, mentor small engineering teams, and drive secure, reliable solutions with CI/CD, testing, and performance monitoring. Proficiency in Java/Spring Boot is essential, with a focus on scalable architecture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field with 2 years' software engineering experience.
• Alternatively, 4 years’ software engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
• Strong Java/Spring Boot background and cloud/native app design.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-level designs for small to medium projects with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze production issues and perform root-cause analysis.
• Translate requirements into technical solutions and deliver code on time.
• Guide and support small engineering teams, including offshore associates.
• Create documentation, tests, and automation scripts for CI/CD.
• Monitor performance and implement scalability improvements.

Skills

Object-oriented programming

Platform design

CI/CD automation

API design

Debugging production issues

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring small teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Maven

Kubernetes

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary...What you'll do...Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. This is a full-time, onsite role at our Sunnyvale, CA office. This position is not eligible for remote work. Role summary: The (USA) Software Engineer III plays a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering scalable software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams including product management and user experience. This position involves troubleshooting complex issues, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring high-quality code through rigorous testing and continuous integration practices. The role requires managing project requirements, driving technical solutions, and mentoring small engineering groups to achieve timely and sustainable outcomes. Commitment to maintaining security standards, supporting business needs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement is essential for success in this role.

About the team

The BuyBox team plays a key role in Walmart’s e-commerce platform by developing and maintaining a microservices ecosystem that optimizes offer selection using machine learning and business rules. The team enhances offer ranking, ensures smooth system interactions, and monitors performance to address issues quickly. Focused on collaboration, technical expertise, and continuous innovation, the team drives operational excellence and supply chain efficiency. Applying agile practices and data-driven decision making, the team supports Walmart’s commitment to reliable service and value, fostering a culture centered on problem solving and ongoing improvement.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with product, project, business, and user experience teams to develop high-level designs for small to medium projects.
• Analyze and troubleshoot production and business issues, performing root cause analysis and developing effective solutions.
• Translate project requirements into technical solutions, write and test code, and ensure timely delivery of software components.
• Provide guidance and support to small engineering teams, including offshore associates, to meet project goals.
• Develop and maintain documentation, test cases, and automation scripts to support continuous integration and deployment.
• Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance, and implement improvements to ensure scalability and reliability.

What you'll bring

• Java, Springboot, Maven, Kubernetes - 3 years minimum experience
• Proven expertise in object-oriented programming and platform design with strong technical acumen.
• Experience in iterative and incremental development, delivering scoped features or models effectively.
• Proficiency in API design, component services, and debugging to ensure high-quality software solutions.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and troubleshoot complex business and production issues.
• Skilled in continuous development practices, including CI/CD automation and telemetry implementation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on sustainable, scalable, and secure software delivery.
• Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions.

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. 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 2 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 4 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, 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.

Masters: Computer Science

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.