(usa) Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart Inc

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States
Base: $110,000 - $286,000 depending on location; b...
Not specified (assumed onsite due to collaborative culture emphasis)
12+ years distributed systems experience
Python library and service development
Ai/ml ecosystem production experience
Walmart is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for its Colony Platform within the AI & Data organization, aiming to facilitate AI-based solutions for associates. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in distributed systems and AI architectures, with responsibilities including architectural decision-making and mentoring team members

Job Summary

  • Join Walmart as a Principal Software Engineer to shape the architecture of the Colony Platform, an agentic AI framework designed to orchestrate complex workflows at global scale.
  • You will drive high-impact architectural decisions, prototype GenAI-enabled capabilities, and ensure the reliability and security of distributed systems across local clients and external APIs.
  • The role offers competitive compensation including performance bonuses, stock purchase plans, and comprehensive benefits like paid education through Live Better U.

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Walmart is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for its Colony Platform within the AI & Data organization, aiming to facilitate AI-based solutions for associates. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in distributed systems and AI architectures, with responsibilities including architectural decision-making and mentoring team members.

Salary

Base: $110,000 - $286,000 depending on location; Bonus/Equity: Annual/performance bonuses and stock options available; Benefits: 401(k) match, health coverage, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12+ years distributed systems experience
  • Python library and service development
  • AI/ML ecosystem production experience
  • OAuth2/OIDC authentication knowledge
  • Schema framework proficiency JSON Schema OpenAPI
  • Observability tools structured logging metrics traces

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in Computer Science
  • Experience with LLM tool-calling systems
  • Knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards
  • Background in responsible AI patterns
  • Strong mentorship and technical leadership skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in CS or related field
  • 5 years software engineering experience
  • Or 7 years experience without degree
  • US work authorization required

Work Rights

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