Staff, Software Engineer

Build and scale platform capabilities that support reliable, high-throughput fulfillment at Walmart. In this onsite Staff Software Engineering role in Bentonville, AR, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks while applying cloud-native architecture principles to improve resiliency and agility. You will also mentor engineers and collaborate across teams to turn complex business needs into actionable technical solutions.

What you’ll do

• Deliver platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks, aligned with roadmap priorities.
• Use cloud-native architecture practices to build systems that are scalable, resilient, and agile.
• Own the full software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Run system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with architectural standards.
• Build AI-driven applications integrating ML components and automation features.
• Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement using data-driven practices and innovation.

Core qualifications

• Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation for scalable and resilient systems.
• Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping for modular, maintainable solutions.
• Experience leading full lifecycle delivery, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability.
• Ability to integrate AI/ML components and build intelligent automation features using JavaScript, Python, Java, and C++.
• Demonstrated debugging, problem solving, and data-driven decision making to optimize outcomes.
• Effective collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Commitment to engineering excellence through code quality reviews, technical mentorship, and continuous improvement.
• Minimum education and experience options:
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area plus 4 years of software engineering (or related area) experience.
  • 6 years of software engineering (or related area) experience.
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area plus 2 years of software engineering (or related area) experience.

Accessibility focus (preferred)

• Knowledge of implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility.
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and experience creating inclusive digital experiences.

Technologies you may work with

• Microservices, containers, automation, API design, CI/CD, observability
• JavaScript, Python, Java, C++
• AI/ML and ML frameworks

Compensation and location

Salary range: USD 110,000 - 220,000 per year. Additional compensation may include annual or quarterly performance bonuses, and stock for certain positions.

Primary location: 601 N WALTON BLVD., BENTONVILLE, AR 72716-0000, United States of America

Walmart benefits

• Competitive pay
• Performance-based bonus awards
• Medical, vision and dental coverage
• 401(k)
• Stock purchase
• Company-paid life insurance
• PTO (including sick leave)
• Parental leave
• Family care leave
• Bereavement
• Jury duty
• Voting
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• PTO and/or PPTO
• Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
• Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for by Walmart

Drug-free workplace

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug-free workplace with a no-tolerance policy regarding illegal drugs and alcohol use on the job.