Staff, Software Engineer_BACKEND

Walmart Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 143,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development of scalable platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks. The role focuses on cloud-native design, full lifecycle delivery, and driving engineering excellence from Sunnyvale, CA.

You will mentor teams, translate business needs into technical requirements, and collaborate across functions for reliable, high-impact systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field required.
• Minimum 4 years software engineering experience (or 6 years as alternative).

Responsibilities

• Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure and ML frameworks.
• Lead full SDLC: coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Apply cloud-native principles to scalable, resilient systems.
• Mentor engineers and promote engineering excellence across teams.
• Engage stakeholders to translate complex problems into technical requirements.

Skills

Cloud-native architecture

Microservices

Containers

Automation

API design

Software prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

JavaScript

C++

CI/CD

Observability

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: Walmart is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to lead the development and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks. This role involves driving the full software lifecycle, applying cloud-native architecture principles, and ensuring high-quality system design. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate across functions to translate complex business needs into effective solutions. A strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making is essential to support Walmart’s technology goals and enhance overall engineering excellence. 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 focuses on enhancing offer ranking, ensuring smooth system interactions, and monitoring performance to address issues swiftly. Emphasizing collaboration, technical expertise, and continuous innovation, the team drives operational excellence and supply chain efficiency. Utilizing agile methodologies 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

Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks aligned with roadmap priorities. Drive full software development lifecycle activities such as coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance. Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems. Lead system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with architectural standards. Build AI-driven applications integrating intelligent automation features using multiple programming languages. Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence through collaboration and documentation. Engage stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements and track success metrics. Continuously improve processes, tools, and products by embracing innovation and industry trends.

What you'll bring

Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to build scalable and resilient platforms. Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to deliver maintainable and modular solutions. Experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability. Ability to integrate AI/ML components and intelligent automation using languages such as Python, JavaScript, and C++. Demonstrated skills in debugging, problem solving, and data-driven decision making to optimize engineering outcomes. Effective collaboration and mentorship capabilities to guide teams and influence technical decisions. Commitment to engineering excellence through continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

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.

Salary & Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ

Minimum Qualifications

• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 4 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
• Option 2: 6 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 2 years' 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

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.