Staff Software Engineer

Walmart

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Work type: On-site
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Salary: $143,000–$286,000 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 15 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $214k

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This role pays more than 80% of similar roles. Most pay $170,712–$214,500 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $214k versus about $193k for comparable roles.

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 on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,000–$242,000 across 473 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Software Engineer

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The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer joins the Walmart Fulfillment Services team to deliver scalable platform capabilities and drive the full software development lifecycle. This role involves designing, coding, testing, deploying, and maintaining resilient, modular solutions while providing technical leadership and mentoring. You will build infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks, specifically focusing on AI-driven applications and cloud-native architecture. Key technical requirements include proficiency in microservices, containers, automation, software design patterns, API design, and CI/CD deployment. You will use data-driven decision-making to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements. The work centers on developing innovative supply chain capabilities, such as streamlined inventory intake and personalized forecasting, to support seller growth and enhance customer experience through high-performance systems and operational efficiency.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214500 from 1193 postings across 76 companies.

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Skills

Cloud-native Architecture Microservices Containers CI/CD Machine Learning AI API Design Software Design Patterns Observability System Design

What you'll do

Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks.
Lead full software development lifecycle activities including coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
Apply cloud-native architecture principles to build scalable, resilient, and agile systems.
Conduct system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with project goals.
Build AI-driven applications and integrate machine learning components using multiple programming languages.
Mentor engineers and influence technical decisions to promote engineering best practices.
Translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements by collaborating with stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement through innovation and data-driven decision making.

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 4 years of experience.
Or, have 6 years of experience in software engineering or a related area.
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related area and 2 years of experience (preferred).
Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to build scalable and resilient systems.
Strong proficiency in software design patterns, API design, and platform development to deliver maintainable and modular solutions.
Experience driving full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability.
Ability to lead design reviews, mentor engineers, and translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.
Knowledge of implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards and assistive technologies (preferred).

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