(USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and stock purchase

Company-paid life insurance

PTO and leave options

Live Better U education benefits

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Principal Software Engineer, Information Security in Bentonville, AR to set technical direction and lead the architecture, design, and hands-on development of secure, scalable platform capabilities.

You will drive cloud-native architecture, distributed systems engineering, and AI/ML integration while establishing engineering patterns that enable high availability, reliability, security, and long-term platform scalability.

Qualifications

• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 5years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
• Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and hands-on development of secure, scalable software platforms aligned with business and security requirements.
• Set technical direction translating complex requirements into scalable engineering solutions.
• Establish engineering patterns, coding standards, security controls, and best practices for availability, reliability, resiliency, and maintainability.
• Drive AI/ML and intelligent automation capabilities to modernize risk, compliance, and access governance.
• Lead technical design and code reviews, testing strategies, CI/CD, observability, and automation to improve software quality and operational excellence.
• Influence architecture and technology decisions across engineering, security, infrastructure, product, and business teams.
• Mentor engineers and raise the technical bar through hands-on leadership, reusable engineering patterns, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Software architecture

Security architecture

Cloud-native

AI/ML integration

Mentoring

Technical leadership

CI/CD

Distributed systems

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / information technology / engineering / information systems / cybersecurity

Master’s degree in computer science / information technology / engineering / information systems / cybersecurity

Job description

(USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security

Bentonville, AR

(USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security

805 Se Moberly Ln
Bentonville, AR 72716-7761

R-2682538

$110,000 - $220,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary... What you'll do...

Role summary:

AsaPrincipalSoftwareEngineer,InformationSecurity,youwillsettechnicaldirectionandleadthearchitecture,design,andhands-ondevelopmentofsecure,scalableplatformcapabilities.Youwilldrivecloud-nativearchitecture,distributedsystemsengineering,andAI/MLintegrationwhileestablishingengineeringpatternsthatenablehighavailability,reliability,security,andlong-termplatformscalability.Asaseniortechnicalleaderandkeycontributor,youwillsolvecomplexengineeringchallenges,influencearchitecturaldecisionsacrossteams,mentoranddevelopengineeringtalent,toturncomplexrequirementsintodurabletechnologysolutions.Yourexpertisewillplaycriticalroleinadvancingtechnologyvision,acceleratinginnovation,andraisingbarforee/oe.

About the team:

Risk&ComplianceEngineeringbuildssecure,scalableplatformsthatstrengthenaccessgovernanceandcomplianceacrossWalmart’stechnologyecosystem.Ourworkspansaccessgovernance,certifications,privilegedaccess,automation,andcompliancecapabilitiesforcriticalsystems.Wecombinemodernplatformengineering,cloudtechnologies,automation,andAI/MLtosolvecomplexsecuritychallengesatscale.WorkingacrossInformationSecurity,Engineering,Infrastructure,andbusinessteams,wearecreatingintelligent,resilientsolutionsthatimprovesecurity,auditreadiness,operationalefficiency,andtheassociateexperience.

What you’ll do:

• Leadthearchitecture,design,andhands-ondevelopmentofsecure,scalablesoftwareplatformsalignedwithbusinessandsecurityrequirements.
• Settechnicaldirectiontranslatingcomplexrequirementsintoscalableengineeringsolutions.
• Establishengineeringpatterns,codingstandards,securitycontrols,andbestpracticesforavailability,reliability,resiliency,andmaintainability.
• DriveAI/MLandintelligentautomationcapabilitiestomodernizerisk,compliance,andaccessgovernance.
• Leadtechnicaldesignandcodereviews,testingstrategies,CI/CD,observability,andautomationtoimprovesoftwarequalityandoperationalexcellence.
• Influencearchitectureandtechnologydecisionsacrossengineering,security,infrastructure,product,andbusinessteams.
• Mentorengineersandraisethetechnicalbarthroughhands-onleadership,reusableengineeringpatterns,andcontinuousimprovement.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on information security and IT security architecture.
• Proven ability to design scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions aligned with business requirements.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, security controls, and business continuity planning.
• Expertise in coding standards, debugging, and implementing CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and delivery.
• Skilled in test strategy development, defect management, and quality assurance processes.
• Demonstrated capability to analyze business needs and translate them into functional and technical designs.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills to influence technical outcomes and foster collaboration.

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 .

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00Additional 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, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 5years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Preferred Qualifications...

Certification in Security+, GISF, CISSP, CCSP, or GSEC, Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 3 years’ experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects, 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...

805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, 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.

Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation.At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.

Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech‑enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.

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.
Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world‑class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.

Whether you’re exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you’ll experience the perfect blend of small‑town charm and big‑city amenities.

Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.

This isn’t just a workplace—it’s a destination for leaders eager to make a difference.