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Distinguished, Software Engineer

Walmart helps people save money so they can live better, serving millions of customers globally through retail, tech, merchandising, and finance operations.
$156,000 - $338,000
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · E-Commerce

Description For Distinguished, Software Engineer

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Distinguished Software Engineer to join their Customer Care Technology team, focusing on revolutionizing customer service through cutting-edge GenAI technology. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring expertise in building scalable AI systems that process millions of customer contacts. The position involves working closely with data scientists and engineering teams to develop innovative solutions for customer service at Walmart's massive scale.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of software engineering experience, with a proven track record of building highly available systems and solving complex business problems. They will be responsible for defining technical vision, mentoring teams, and driving engineering excellence while balancing long-term architectural considerations with immediate business needs.

As part of Walmart's Enterprise Business Systems organization, you'll work on projects that directly impact hundreds of millions of customers globally. The role offers competitive compensation ($156,000-$338,000 depending on location), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape the future of customer service at one of the world's largest retailers.

The position requires exceptional problem-solving abilities, expertise in service-oriented architecture, and strong communication skills. You'll be working in a dynamic environment where you'll need to balance technical excellence with business objectives while leading and mentoring other engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist who wants to make a significant impact on customer service technology at global scale.

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Responsibilities For Distinguished, Software Engineer

  • Provide strategic guidance in system architecture and software development processes
  • Collaborate with Data Scientists to design and build scalable, high-performing GenAI-based systems
  • Lead and mentor teams in the implementation of complex systems
  • Be hands-on in prototyping, researching, and coding scalable, consumer-facing systems
  • Collaborate with business and product teams to achieve long-term business goals
  • Champion operational and engineering excellence
  • Participate in code reviews, operational reviews, and architectural discussions
  • Provide mentorship to engineers, managers, and others

Requirements For Distinguished, Software Engineer

  • 10+ years of software engineering experience in building highly available systems
  • Proven track record of building successful software systems from inception to deployment
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills
  • Expertise in service-oriented architecture, CI/CD, and operational excellence
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Experience mentoring and coaching engineers
  • Strong ability to learn new domains and technologies
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent experience)

Benefits For Distinguished, Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Multiple health plan options including vision & dental plans
  • 401(k) and stock purchase plans
  • Life insurance
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Military service pay
  • Paid Time off including vacation and sick leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Performance-based bonus awards

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