Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

Walmart

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On-site
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
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Full-time
Posted
112 days ago
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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

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TL;DR · Staff Software Engineer, Frontend

The Staff, Software Engineer - Frontend joins the Savings & Incentives team to develop the incentive operating system supporting seller rewards. This role involves leading software development, infrastructure, and tooling initiatives while driving the full software development lifecycle, including coding, testing, deployment, and monitoring. You will build AI-driven applications, integrate machine learning components, and apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient systems. Key responsibilities include conducting system design reviews, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex problems into technical requirements. Required technical skills include React, Next.js, and proficiency in languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, Rust, Dart, or C++. You will work on internal tools, seller interfaces, and payment system integrations to enhance the marketplace experience through data-driven decision making.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214500 from 1193 postings across 76 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks aligned with roadmap priorities.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle activities including coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
  • Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems.
  • Lead system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with architectural standards.
  • Build AI-driven applications and integrate machine learning components to enhance automation.
  • Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering best practices.
  • Translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements by collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Improve processes, tools, and products through data-driven decision making and innovation.

What we're looking for

  • 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.
  • Option 2: 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 2 years' experience in software engineering (preferred).
  • Proven expertise in cloud-native frontend architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation.
  • Proficiency in React, Next.js, and programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, Rust, Dart, or C++.
  • Experience in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to deliver maintainable and modular solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead software development lifecycle activities, including CI/CD deployment, observability, and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards and assistive technologies (preferred).

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