(USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart Inc.; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 132,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) and stock purchase

PTO including sick leave and holidays

Job summary

Walmart in Hoboken, NJ is seeking a Principal, Software Engineer to lead design and delivery of scalable cloud-native platform capabilities, guiding AI/ML integration and the full software lifecycle for distributed systems.

You will mentor teams, drive architectural decisions, ensure high availability, performance, and reliability, and translate complex business needs into actionable technical requirements with cross‑functional partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field plus 5 years' software engineering experience.
• Alternative: 7 years' software engineering experience.
• Experience with cloud-native platforms and AI/ML integration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead platform engineering efforts to deliver scalable, cloud‑native infrastructure and reusable tooling aligned with strategic roadmaps.
• Drive full software development lifecycle management, including design, testing, deployment, and maintenance of distributed systems.
• Architect and integrate AI/ML solutions to enhance intelligent applications serving millions of users.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, promoting engineering excellence and standardization across teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable technical requirements and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure high system availability, scalability, and fault tolerance through sound architectural decisions.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

Dart

Rust

C++

Education

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

7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary: The (USA) Principal, Software Engineer leads the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, driving cloud-native architecture and AI/ML integration across multiple teams. This role oversees the full software development lifecycle, ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance of distributed systems. The position requires strategic technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders to translate complex business needs into effective solutions. The Principal Engineer champions innovation, continuous improvement, and adherence to quality standards while fostering a culture of engineering excellence aligned with long‑term organizational goals.

About the team: At Walmart Connect, the AdTech Engineering team develops advanced platforms and AI‑driven solutions that integrate advertising, commerce, and data. The team addresses complex challenges such as automated media generation and next‑generation AI systems to improve operations for advertisers, sellers, and internal partners. Leveraging extensive first‑party data and an AI‑first approach, the team pioneers intelligent agents and autonomous workflows shaping the future of retail advertising. Engineers contribute to impactful products that drive measurable outcomes, accelerate growth, and influence millions of customer journeys daily through innovative technical solutions and collaboration.

What you’ll do:

• Lead platform engineering efforts to deliver scalable, cloud‑native infrastructure and reusable tooling aligned with strategic roadmaps.
• Drive full software development lifecycle management, including design, testing, deployment, and maintenance of distributed systems.
• Architect and integrate AI/ML solutions to enhance intelligent applications serving millions of users.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, promoting engineering excellence and standardization across teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable technical requirements and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure high system availability, scalability, and fault tolerance through sound architectural decisions.
• Foster continuous improvement by adopting innovative tools and practices to increase development velocity and quality.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensive experience in platform engineering leadership, delivering scalable, cloud‑native architectures and reusable tooling.
• Proven ability to lead full software development lifecycle, including CI/CD, testing, monitoring, and incident response.
• Strong expertise in AI/ML integration, model‑driven design, and building intelligent software systems.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, Dart, Rust, and C++.
• Demonstrated technical judgment with sound decision‑making and long‑term architectural planning.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and mentoring engineering teams.

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.

Hoboken, New Jersey US-10279: The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00

Sunnyvale, California US-11789: 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...

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 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 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...

221 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, United States of AmericaWalmart 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 is 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.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

Discount Card

Get 10% off

Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in‑store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job‑specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

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With amenities like on‑site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work‑life balance isn’t just a goal—it’s a reality.

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