(USA) Software Engineer III

Walmart; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Live Better U education program

Job summary

Walmart in Bellevue, WA seeks a Software Engineer III to lead design and development of scalable, secure software solutions across projects of varying complexity. You will work with cross-functional teams including product management and UX, troubleshoot issues, and mentor junior engineers to ensure quality and timely delivery.

The role emphasizes API design, performance, CI/CD practices, and continuous improvement, aligning with Walmart’s goals to deliver measurable business value and improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field or 2 years’ experience in software engineering (Option 1).
• Option 2: 4 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-level designs during project discovery phases.
• Analyze and troubleshoot business and production issues, performing root cause analysis and developing effective solutions.
• Translate project requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.
• Write, test, and maintain code adhering to coding standards and security policies.
• Execute unit and regression testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance, and implement improvements for scalability and availability.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to small engineering teams, supporting project delivery and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Software design

API design

CI/CD

Debugging

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

4 years experience acceptable alternative

Job description

Position Summary…

As a Software Engineer III, you will lead the design and development of technical solutions for small to large projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams including product management and user experience. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions while ensuring quality and timely delivery. This role involves coding, testing, and maintaining software components with a focus on scalability, security, and performance. You will also provide guidance to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting business objectives through innovative and efficient software development practices.

What you’ll do…

Role summary:

As a Software Engineer III, you will lead the design and development of technical solutions for small to large projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams including product management and user experience. You will troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable solutions while ensuring quality and timely delivery. This role involves coding, testing, and maintaining software components with a focus on scalability, security, and performance. You will also provide guidance to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting business objectives through innovative and efficient software development practices.

About the team:

The Customer Engagement Services Technology team develops advanced customer service solutions impacting millions worldwide. Comprising software engineers, data scientists, and machine learning experts, the team focuses on innovative Generative AI applications within complex enterprise environments. As part of Walmart Global Tech’s Enterprise Business Systems, it collaborates closely with product, business, and UX partners to deliver measurable business value. The team emphasizes scalable, secure, and maintainable software design while fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence to support Walmart’s mission of helping customers save money and live better.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-level designs during project discovery phases.
• Analyze and troubleshoot business and production issues, performing root cause analysis and developing effective solutions.
• Translate project requirements into technical solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.
• Write, test, and maintain code adhering to coding standards and security policies.
• Execute unit and regression testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance, and implement improvements for scalability and availability.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to small engineering teams, supporting project delivery and knowledge sharing.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience in software design, development, and delivery using object-oriented programming and iterative development methodologies.
• Strong technical acumen with expertise in API design, platform development, and component services.
• Proficiency in debugging, testing, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Ability to analyze requirements, perform root cause analysis, and develop sustainable technical solutions.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing complex projects to ensure timely delivery.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies including generative artificial intelligence and telemetry implementation.
• Skilled in documentation-based coding and maintaining quality, security, and scalability standards.

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 $108,000.00 – $216,000.00 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 2 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 4 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, 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.

Masters: Computer Science

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.