Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Principal Software Engineer with a backend focus for their Marketplace Engineering team. This role is at the forefront of building core platforms and services that enable third-party sellers on walmart.com. The position involves architecting large-scale systems that process millions of requests daily while maintaining high availability and performance.

The Marketplace Engineering team is responsible for managing the entire seller lifecycle, monitoring customer experience, and delivering valuable insights to sellers for assortment planning, pricing, and inventory management. This role requires expertise in Java, strong knowledge of algorithms and data structures, and extensive experience with cloud applications and microservices architecture.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead medium to large-scale projects, provide technical thought leadership, and drive the adoption of best engineering practices. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies in the e-commerce domain while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that impact millions of customers and sellers.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $143,000 to $286,000 annually, plus performance bonuses and stock options. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. Located in Sunnyvale, CA, you'll be part of Walmart's hybrid work environment that combines in-office collaboration with flexible remote work options.

Join Walmart Global Tech to make a significant impact on retail's future while working with a team of innovative professionals who are reimagining commerce at scale. This role offers the unique opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while directly influencing the shopping experience for millions of Walmart customers worldwide.