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Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
825 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$121,000–$242,000
across 473 roles with salary data.
The (USA) Senior Distinguished I, Architect joins the Marketplace Engineering team to lead the design and implementation of comprehensive architecture strategies across multiple products and platforms. This role involves defining architecture blueprints, ensuring system integration, scalability, and security while guiding technical priorities to meet business objectives. You will design technology strategies, select frameworks, and lead security architecture development, including establishing assessment frameworks and strategic roadmaps. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing coding standards, driving deployment strategies across cloud and on-premise environments, and conducting risk and cost assessments. You will utilize expertise in JavaScript, Python, and Microsoft Azure to build reusable frameworks. The work focuses on global commerce, specifically creating advanced tools for storefront management, pricing, and inventory control while integrating real-time data and partner platforms.
What does a Architect earn?
Median $225000 from 45 postings across 26 companies.
Design and validate architecture blueprints for multiple products and platforms to ensure scalability and performance.
Define technology strategies by selecting appropriate frameworks, platforms, and tools to meet business requirements.
Lead security architecture development by establishing assessment frameworks and strategic roadmaps for software security.
Oversee coding standards and guide engineering teams on best practices for code quality and maintainability.
Drive deployment strategies across cloud and on-premise environments to support continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
Analyze requirements to conduct risk and cost assessments and develop reusable frameworks for long-term solutions.
Build consensus among stakeholders by presenting technical strategies that align with business objectives.
What we're looking for
Obtain a Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or a related area and experience.
Alternatively, possess 9 years of experience in software engineering, architecture, or a related area.
Demonstrate extensive expertise in enterprise and software architecture, including architectural principles, styles, and standards.
Show proficiency in coding standards, frameworks, and tools such as JavaScript, Python, and Microsoft Azure.
Experience leading security architecture, including secure software development, vulnerability assessment, and compliance with industry standards.
Possess skills in stakeholder management, consensus building, and communicating complex technical concepts effectively.
Demonstrate capability in continuous integration, automation, and deployment strategies within cloud and on-premise environments.
Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years of experience (preferred).