Staff, Software Engineer - Walmart Data Ventures

Walmart; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including medical, eye

Vision, dental coverage

401(k) and stock purchase

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Staff, Software Engineer role delivering scalable platform capabilities across the full software lifecycle in a cloud-native, AI-enabled environment. Based in Bellevue, WA, you will mentor engineers, influence architecture, and collaborate across teams to translate business needs into actionable technical solutions.

The role emphasizes observability, DevOps, and continuous improvement, with data-driven decision making to optimize development and drive value for Walmart customers.

Qualifications

• Experience with full software development lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Conduct 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.
• Utilize data-driven approaches to define success metrics and optimize development processes.

Skills

Cloud-native architecture

Microservices

Containers

Automation

API design

AI/ML integration

DevOps tooling

Data-driven decision making

Cross-team collaboration

Education

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

6 years' experience in software engineering or related area

Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area

Tools

Jenkins/CI-CD tooling

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Monitoring/Observability tools

Job description

Role 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 leads technical execution aligned with strategic roadmaps, applies cloud-native architecture principles, and integrates AI/ML solutions to enhance platform functionality. The role involves mentoring engineers, influencing architectural decisions, and collaborating across teams to translate complex business needs into actionable technical solutions. Commitment to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and effective communication is essential to support business objectives and innovation.

About the team:

Walmart Data Ventures operates with the agility of a nimble startup, delivering best-in-class data products. The team developed Scintilla, a platform providing actionable, customer-centric insights that empower CPGs and Walmart merchants to make informed, data-driven decisions efficiently. Focused on technical strategy, reliability engineering, scalability, and cloud-native architecture, the group builds innovative solutions. Members engage in operational due diligence and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of learning and excellence to support Walmart's commitment to delivering value through advanced data capabilities and cutting-edge technology.

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.

• Conduct 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.

• Utilize data-driven approaches to define success metrics and optimize development processes.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems.

• Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to deliver maintainable and modular solutions.

• Experience driving full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability.

• Ability to integrate AI/ML components using languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C++.

• Demonstrated skills in DevOps engineering and platform tooling to enhance engineering productivity.

• Data-driven decision-making capabilities to define metrics and optimize development processes.

• Effective collaboration and communication skills across technical and business stakeholders.

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 (https://one.walmart.com/) .

The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00 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 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...

10900 Ne 4th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, 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.

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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.