Staff, Software Engineer - Mobile

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a Staff, Software Engineer to deliver scalable mobile platform capabilities and guide the full software lifecycle. The role emphasizes cloud-native architecture, AI/ML integration, and security while mentoring teams across functions.

You will build high-quality Android/iOS experiences, lead design reviews, and drive improvements through data-driven decisions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• The role requires a Bachelor's or higher in a related field with several years of software engineering experience.
• Experience leading full SDLC activities and building scalable platforms.
• Strong background in cloud-native architectures, APIs, and security.

Responsibilities

• Build high-quality user experiences across mobile platforms.
• Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks.
• Hands-on mobile development experience with Android, Kotlin, Jetpack, and testing.
• Lead full software development lifecycle activities including coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Conduct system design reviews for quality and architectural alignment.
• Build AI-driven applications integrating ML components for automation.
• Mentor engineers and influence technical decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven practices and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Cloud-native architecture

Microservices

Containers

Automation

API design

Software prototyping

CI/CD

Observability

Security best practices

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Data-driven decisions

DevOps

Software delivery management

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / computer engineering / computer information systems / software engineering or related area

Master’s degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering or related area

Tools

Android

Kotlin

Jetpack

Job description

Position Summary

The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance. This position requires expertise in cloud-native architecture, AI/ML integration, and software security to build robust, modular solutions. The role involves technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration across teams to ensure alignment with business goals and engineering excellence. The engineer will apply data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement practices to enhance productivity and deliver high-quality software solutions that support Walmart’s strategic objectives.

About the team

Walmart International’s Last Mile Delivery team oversees the essential final phase of the supply chain across multiple regions. The team develops the Walmart Spark mobile app, delivering Android and iOS solutions for Last Mile Delivery drivers in various international markets. Engineers collaborate on mobile development, platform architecture, API design, DevOps, and prototyping, emphasizing data-driven decisions and continuous improvement. The team promotes innovation and operational excellence, ensuring dependable and timely delivery outcomes. Members apply strong technical expertise and a product-focused approach to address evolving business needs, optimizing performance within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

What you’ll do

• Build high-quality user experiences across mobile platforms.
• Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap priorities.
• Hands-on mobile development experience, preferably with Android, Kotlin, Jetpack, app architecture, performance, and testing.
• Lead full software development lifecycle activities such as coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Conduct system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with architectural standards.
• Build AI-driven applications integrating ML components for automation and multi-step reasoning.
• Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven practices, innovation, and knowledge sharing.

What you’ll bring

• Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to deliver scalable and resilient platforms.
• Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to ensure maintainable and modular solutions.
• Experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including CI/CD deployment, observability, and maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability in technical leadership and mentorship, fostering growth and guiding architectural decisions.
• Skilled in data-driven decision making to define metrics, optimize processes, and enhance engineering excellence.
• Solid background in platform design, DevOps engineering, and software security best practices.
• Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on technical delivery management and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 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 $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

815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, 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.