(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance their GIF application. This role involves designing and coding new features, utilizing technologies like Java and RESTful microservices, and collaborating with teams to innovate the shopping experience for millions of associates. The position offers flexibility, competitive pay, and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid work arrangements

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) plan

Stock options

Paid time off

Education benefit program

Qualifications

• 3 years of software engineering experience or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong Java experience with databases and API design.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality technical designs and code in an agile environment.
• Lead projects by translating requirements into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot business and production issues.

Skills

Java

RESTful microservices

API design

Asynchronous event-driven architecture

SQL

NoSQL

Monitoring tools

DevOps tools

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related

Master’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins)

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will help reshape the GIF application through architecture, design, and coding of new features and spikes. You’ll develop technologies, products, or services that could revolutionize the way Walmart stores operate. You’ll build applications and processes to enhance the experience for 1.6 million associates daily, enabling faster and more efficient operations.

About Team:
Our team collaborates closely with US stores and eCommerce to serve customers better by empowering team members, stores, and merchants with technological innovation. Walmart U.S. offers a wide range of products across various categories, accessible online and in-store, focusing on areas like customer experience, store operations, employee tools, merchant data science, search, and personalization.

• Deliver high-quality technical designs and code in a fast-paced agile environment.
• Lead and participate in projects by translating requirements into technical solutions, developing code, testing, and collaborating with teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Design scalable, maintainable, robust backend systems, analyzing multiple technical solutions for impact and trade-offs.
• Troubleshoot business and production issues, perform root cause analysis, and document solutions.
• Support business needs by addressing user questions, concerns, and issues, and facilitate cross-functional partnerships.

What you'll bring:

• Strong Java experience with RESTful microservices, API design (Spring, Spring Boot), asynchronous event-driven architecture (Kafka), and database systems (SQL and NoSQL).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Dynatrace, Splunk).
• Experience with DevOps tools like Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins).
• Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and proactive problem-solving abilities.

About Walmart Global Tech:
We innovate to make life easier for millions. Our team includes software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and service professionals who are at the forefront of retail disruption. We foster a people-led, tech-empowered environment, investing in skills for the future and enabling career growth at every level.

We offer flexible, hybrid work arrangements, competitive pay, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k), stock options, paid time off, and more. For details, visit https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is Walmart’s education benefit program covering tuition, books, and fees for associates pursuing various educational programs. Eligibility varies by job and employment length. For more info, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 - $180,000, with additional performance bonuses and stock options.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or related, with 3 years of software engineering experience, or
• 5 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in relevant fields with 1 year of experience, and a background in creating accessible digital experiences following WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and inclusive design practices.

Primary Location...

805 Se Moberly Ln, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States