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Staff Software Engineer

walmart

On-site
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Staff
4+ yrs
$143k–$286kPosted 1h ago

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Job description

walmart is hiring a Staff Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Sunnyvale, CA role ($143k–$286k). Apply directly on walmart's careers page below.

(USA) Staff, Software Engineer

Location: (USA) Crossman Service Building CA SUNNYVALE Home Office

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance. This position leads technical execution aligned with strategic roadmaps, applies cloud-native architecture principles, and integrates AI/ML components to enhance automation and product innovation. The role involves mentoring engineers, influencing architectural decisions, collaborating across teams, and continuously improving engineering practices to ensure high-quality, maintainable solutions that meet business objectives and support long-term technical sustainability.

**Immigration Sponsorship support will NOT be available for this
position*


About the team:
The team develops a platform to enhance Walmart’s restaurant delivery services, beginning with Express delivery for Subway locations inside Walmart stores. It supports multiple restaurant partners by creating reliable solutions for onboarding, integration, and order management. Team members utilize cloud-native architecture and software design principles to build scalable, resilient, and efficient systems. Collaboration with product and business stakeholders ensures alignment with customer requirements. The team prioritizes innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement to advance this strategic platform and deliver impactful results.
 

What you'll do:

  • Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and ML frameworks aligned with roadmap milestones and domain priorities.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle activities such as coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
  • Lead system design reviews to ensure quality, feasibility, and alignment with architectural best practices.
  • Build AI-driven applications and integrate ML components to support automation and multi-step reasoning.
  • Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote standardization and sustainability.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.
  • Apply data-driven practices to define success metrics and optimize development processes.
  • Continuously improve code quality through review processes and stay current with industry trends.


What you'll bring:

  • Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems.
  • Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and platform development to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
  • Ability to conduct thorough design reviews and apply debugging and remedial actions to maintain code quality.
  • Skilled in integrating AI/ML components and developing intelligent automation using languages such as Python, JavaScript, and C++.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and data-driven decision-making to optimize engineering processes.
  • Effective collaboration and mentorship capabilities to support team growth and technical excellence.


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 $143,000.00 - $286,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock

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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 4 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 6 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 2 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...

1395 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Staff Software Engineer at walmart?

The estimated salary range for Staff Software Engineer at walmart is $143,000 - $286,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Staff Software Engineer at walmart?

The required skills for Staff Software Engineer at walmart include: Python, JavaScript, C++, Microservices, CI/CD.

What is the seniority level for Staff Software Engineer at walmart?

Staff Software Engineer at walmart is a Staff level position.

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