(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
(USA) SUNNYVALE TECH CORNERS BLDG 6 CA SUNNYVALE Home Office Full-time Senior Software Engineering
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at Walmart. (USA) SUNNYVALE TECH CORNERS BLDG 6 CA SUNNYVALE Home Office · full-time · $143,000–$286,000 base.
SalaryStated by Walmart
$143,000 – $286,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
Location(USA) SUNNYVALE TECH CORNERS BLDG 6 CA SUNNYVALE Home Office
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$143,000–$286,000
PostedOct 14, 2026
Role brief
techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Deliver platform infrastructure, developer tools and machine-learning frameworks against roadmap milestones and domain needs
- Take software from coding and testing through release, monitoring and ongoing maintenance
- Use cloud-native design to build systems that scale and remain resilient as conditions change
- Review system designs for feasibility and fit with architectural practices, then guide technical decisions
- Build AI-powered applications, connect machine-learning components and mentor engineers through documentation and knowledge sharing
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in a computing field plus four years in software engineering, or six years of related engineering experience
- Hands-on knowledge of cloud-native systems, including microservices, containers and automation
- Experience with software delivery across coding, testing, CI/CD, release and maintenance
- You can design APIs and prototypes, apply software patterns, and lead architecture reviews
Who this fits
This staff-level role suits an engineer who can own technical direction, improve engineering practices and mentor peers. The stated work location is Sunnyvale, California.
From the employer
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Role summary:The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities by leading software development and infrastructure initiatives aligned with strategic roadmaps. This position drives the full software lifecycle, including design, testing, deployment, and maintenance, while applying cloud-native architecture principles to enhance system resilience and agility. The role involves mentoring peers, collaborating across teams, and integrating AI/ML technologies to develop innovative solutions. A strong focus on engineering excellence, technical ownership, and continuous improvement ensures high-quality deliverables that meet business objectives and support organizational growth.
About the team:
The OneSource team designs and delivers scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that enhance sourcing and product development at Walmart. Leveraging technologies like Java, Spring Boot, React, and advanced agentic systems, the team integrates with core platforms to provide intelligent automation. Focused on reducing manual effort and errors, they drive global scalability through cloud-native architecture and AI-enhanced applications. Collaborating across functions, the team builds reliable, high-quality software that supports Walmart’s strategic objectives and advances retail technology innovation.
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.
- Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems.
- Conduct system design reviews to validate feasibility and ensure alignment with architectural best practices.
- Build AI-driven applications and integrate ML components using multiple programming languages.
- Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering excellence through documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate across teams to define technical requirements and optimize development processes using data-driven practices.
What you'll bring:
- Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems.
- Strong experience in software development lifecycle management, encompassing coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
- Proficiency in API design, software prototyping, and applying software design patterns to deliver secure, modular, and maintainable solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical design reviews and enforce architectural best practices.
- Skilled in data-driven decision making and problem solving to optimize engineering processes and product quality.
- Experience mentoring engineers and influencing technical decisions to promote engineering excellence.
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 :
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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.