Staff, Software Engineer - Frontend

Walmart Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 143,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to deliver scalable platform capabilities, lead design, coding, testing and deployment, and mentor engineers while integrating AI/ML components to enhance automation.

You will apply cloud-native principles, drive architecture reviews, collaborate with product and data teams, and contribute to engineering excellence across the Walmart Marketplace Incentives team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area; 4+ years of software engineering experience OR 6 years of experience in software engineering or related area
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related area and 2 years’ experience (preferred)
• Experience with inclusive digital experiences and WCAG 2.2 AA is valued

Skills

Software engineering

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary... The Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities by leading software development, infrastructure, and tooling initiatives aligned with strategic roadmaps. This position drives the full software lifecycle, including design reviews, coding, testing, and deployment, while integrating AI/ML components to enhance automation and intelligence. The role requires technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration across teams to ensure high-quality, maintainable solutions. By applying cloud-native principles and data-driven practices, the engineer advances engineering excellence and continuous improvement to meet evolving business and customer needs.

About the team

The Savings & Incentives team at Walmart Marketplace develops the incentive operating system that supports seller rewards. Our work spans internal tools, seller interfaces, and integration with payment systems, impacting both marketplace builders and sellers. Operating across multiple systems and teams, we navigate dynamic priorities and rapid feature releases. Collaboration with product, design, data, and engineering teams is essential. This environment values alignment and execution equally, offering opportunities to engage in cloud-native architecture, API design, and data-driven decision making while contributing to scalable, resilient solutions that enhance the marketplace experience.

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 and integrate machine learning components to enhance automation.
• Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.
• Continuously improve processes, tools, and products through data-driven decision making and innovation.

What you'll bring

• Proven expertise in cloud-native frontend architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems.
• Strong experience in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to deliver maintainable and modular solutions.
• Proficiency in React, Next.js, and programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, Rust, Dart, or C++ for AI/ML integration and platform development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead software development lifecycle activities, including CI/CD deployment, observability, and maintenance.
• Skilled in conducting system design reviews and applying data-driven decision making to optimize engineering outcomes.
• Experience mentoring engineers and influencing technical decisions to promote engineering excellence and sustainability.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills to engage cross-functional teams & stakeholders.

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.
• 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.
• 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 PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
• For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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 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

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

1375 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.