Principal, Software Engineer, Backend

Walmart

Bentonville, AR, United States of America
Base: $110,000 - $220,000; bonus/equity: annual or...
Java programming
Distributed systems expertise
Containerization with docker/k8s
The Walmart Emerging-Tech group drives the creation of next generation retail and shopping experiences using emerging content, XR, Conversational AI, and voice assistants

Job Summary

  • The Walmart Emerging-Tech group drives the creation of next generation retail and shopping experiences using emerging content, XR, Conversational AI, and voice assistants.
  • This role involves leading and mentoring teams, hands-on prototyping, collaborating with business teams, and championing engineering excellence.
  • Walmart offers competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and a culture focused on innovation and inclusion.

Matching Summary

The Walmart Emerging-Tech group drives the creation of next generation retail and shopping experiences using emerging content, XR, Conversational AI, and voice assistants.

Salary

Base: $110,000 - $220,000; Bonus/Equity: Annual or quarterly performance bonuses and stock; Benefits: 401(k), health plans, paid leave, education benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Java programming
  • Distributed systems expertise
  • Containerization with Docker/K8s
  • Multi-cloud environments
  • Data engineering with big datasets
  • Service-oriented architecture
  • CI/CD and operational excellence

Nice-to-have

  • Mentorship and coaching skills
  • Curiosity and rapid learning ability
  • Experience with GenAI and LLMs
  • Cloud-based AI platforms knowledge
  • Inclusive digital accessibility practices
  • Collaboration and communication skills

Key Requirements

  • 12+ years software engineering experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS or related field
  • Proven track record building complex software systems
  • Experience with large scale distributed computing
  • Knowledge of vector and big data databases
  • Minimum 5 years software engineering experience with bachelor’s degree or 7 years without
  • Preferred Master’s degree with 3 years experience

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