Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Walmart

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Sunnyvale, CA Posted 17 days ago $117,000–$234,000 / year

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TL;DR

As a Senior Software Engineer (Back End) in Walmart's Catalog Engineering team, you will design and develop highly scalable backend services using Java and other cutting-edge technologies such as Solr, Kafka, and Memcached to enhance the performance and reliability of the Walmart Catalog. Your daily tasks include solving complex software systems problems, staying updated with GenAI trends, and contributing to innovative solutions that improve the experience for sellers and suppliers on our platform. This role requires expertise in Java backend development and a commitment to leading by example within an environment that values creativity and technological innovation at scale.

Skills

Java Solr Kafka Memcached AWS CI/CD Python PostgreSQL Docker Git Linux RESTful APIs GraphQL Microservices Scalability Performance Optimization

What you'll do

Design and develop highly scalable backend services for Walmart's Catalog platform.
Solve complex software systems problems using state-of-the-art technology.
Enhance the experience solutions for Walmart customers, partners, sellers, and suppliers.
Lead by example in the development of innovative backend systems.
Stay updated with GenAI trends to contribute to cutting-edge technological advancements.

What we're looking for

Expert-level knowledge of Java for backend system development.
Experience with Solr, Kafka, Mem Cache, and other relevant technologies.
Ability to design and develop highly scalable services.
Leadership skills to lead by example in a technical team setting.
Up-to-date knowledge of GenAI trends and their application in software solutions.

Market check

Salary context

This $117,000–$234,000 range sits above 65% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$117,000–$215,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$142,400–$212,025

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Walmart

Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail

Walmart currently has 495 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,000–$234,000 across 487 roles with salary data.

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