Staff, Software Engineer - Java / Backend

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Walmart Inc. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA to lead backend engineering for a multi-tenant, enterprise platform powering Last Mile delivery. You will shape architecture, drive reusable patterns, and enable teams across markets with scalable, reliable services.

You will collaborate with cloud, analytics, and platform teams, mentor engineers, and own critical design decisions while advancing DevOps practices and modern backend technologies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in design and development of scalable distributed applications for multi-tenant SaaS.
• Experience building a Code-Deploy-Run CI/CD pipeline with modern tools.
• Experience with Kafka and messaging methodologies.
• Strong CS fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, design patterns.
• Proficiency in Java/J2EE, Microservices, and cloud-native architecture.
• Hands-on in Java SpringBoot, Spring Kafka, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Interact with Walmart engineering teams across geographies to leverage expertise and contribute to the tech community.
• Engage with Product Management and Business to drive the agenda, set priorities, and deliver products.
• Collaborate with Distinguished & Principal Architects and cross-functional teams to meet QCD guidelines.
• Participate in hiring and building high-performing agile teams.
• Develop high-level and low-level designs and drive design decisions.
• Promote quality, best practices, and non-functional standards across teams.

Skills

Distributed systems

Backend engineering

Platform architecture

Technical leadership

Java

Microservices

Cloud native

DevOps

Kafka

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Java/J2EE

Spring Boot

Spring Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

Google Cloud (GCP)

RESTful services

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary... What you’ll do... Immigration sponsorship is not available in this role. We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer with deep expertise in backend engineering, distributed systems, and enterprise platform architecture. In this role, you will provide technical leadership in designing and building scalable, resilient, and highly available services using modern backend technologies and architectural patterns. The platform is a multi‑tenant framework that serves as the single source of truth for Last Mile delivery capabilities, powering applications and features across Walmart International markets. You will help shape the platform’s technical direction, establish reusable architectural patterns, and build foundational capabilities that enable teams across markets to deliver Last Mile experiences reliably and at scale.

About Team

The international last mile engineering team delivers scalable, high‑performance software solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Focused on automation and continuous optimization, the team designs, develops, and maintains critical business capabilities with an emphasis on solution design, software development, and DevOps best practices. Collaborating closely, members ensure reliable system performance and measurable growth. This team fosters technical excellence and proactive problem‑solving to meet evolving business needs while upholding high standards of quality and performance in a dynamic environment.

What you’ll do

• Interact with Walmart engineering teams across geographies to leverage expertise and contribute to the tech community.
• Engage with Product Management and Business to drive the agenda, set your priorities, and deliver awesome products
• Work closely with Distinguished & Principal Architects and cross‑functional teams and follow established practices for the delivery of solutions meeting QCD (Quality, Cost, and Delivery) within the established architectural guidelines
• Participate in hiring and building teams enabling them to be high‑performing agile teams
• You will work with engineering teams to create high‑level and low‑level designs and drive designs
• You will come up with quality, best practices, and other Non‑functional standards and guide the teams to execute them along with helping them with overall technical and design aspects
• You will leverage cutting‑edge models and algorithms that operate on massive amounts of data and
• Interact with Walmart cross cross‑functional engineering teams like cloud, platform, analytics, etc. across geographies to leverage technical expertise and contribute to the engineering community.

What you’ll bring

• 10+ years of experience in the design and development of highly scalable distributed applications and platforms - particularly for multi‑tenant, SaaS products.
• Last Mile Delivery Platforms
• Experience building a 'Code, Deploy, run' pipeline using DevOps best practices by leveraging the best available CI/CD tools.
• Experience with Kafka and messaging methodologies.
• Strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Own Tech Debt/Tech Modernization - Ability to balance the long-term "big picture" and short‑term implications of design decisions.
• Having proficiency in Java/J2EE, Microservices, and Cloud Native Architecture.
• Hands‑on experience in Microservices, and RESTful web services development in Java SpringBoot, Spring Kafka or equivalent framework).
• In‑depth knowledge of Cloud Native Architecture, Microservice Architecture, and related stacks (Service Registry, ELK / Splunk, service registry, VMs, etc.) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Knowledge of at least one of Azure/Google Cloud Platforms.
• Self‑starter with the ability to multitask across several priority areas in the face of fuzzy situations.
• Demonstrated end‑to‑end ownership for the development and design of at least one cloud‑based project.
• Strong hands‑on development skills to prototype technical solutions.
• Strong desire to drive change, and ability to adapt to change quickly.
• Proficient in new and emerging technologies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills - including negotiation, facilitation, and consensus‑building skills; ability to influence and persuade, without direct control.
• Focus on reusability, frameworks, patterns, and configuration tools for faster development.
• Practitioner of Agile (Scrum) methodology

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

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

809 11th Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

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.