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Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart helps people save money so they can live better, serving millions of customers globally through retail, tech, merchandising, and finance.
$132,000 - $286,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Principal 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, high-performing systems that process millions of customer contacts. The position involves collaborating with data scientists, leading architectural decisions, and mentoring team members while working on consumer-facing systems.

The Customer Care Technology team is part of the Enterprise Business Systems organization, building best-in-class customer service experiences for hundreds of millions of Walmart customers globally. The team consists of software engineers, data scientists, and machine learning experts pushing the boundaries of GenAI technology in complex enterprise applications.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience building highly available systems, with a proven track record of delivering successful software solutions. They should excel in problem-solving, understand service-oriented architecture, and demonstrate strong communication skills. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to impact customer service at Walmart's massive scale.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to shape the future of customer service technology while working with cutting-edge AI applications. The role combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, making it perfect for experienced engineers who want to drive innovation while mentoring others. Benefits include health coverage, financial benefits, paid time off, and educational assistance through Walmart's Live Better U program.

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Responsibilities For Principal, 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 implementation of complex systems
  • Be hands-on in prototyping, researching, and coding scalable, consumer-facing systems
  • Collaborate with business and product teams
  • Champion operational and engineering excellence
  • Participate in code reviews, operational reviews, and architectural discussions
  • Provide mentorship to engineers, managers, and others

Requirements For Principal, Software Engineer

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience in building highly available systems
  • Proven track record of building successful software systems from inception to deployment
  • Proven track record of building solutions that solve highly complex business problems
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills
  • Expertise in service-oriented architecture, CI/CD, and operational excellence best practices
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Proven track record of mentoring and coaching engineers
  • Curiosity and strong ability to learn new domains and technologies

Benefits For Principal, Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
  • 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 Leave Pay
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Performance-based bonus awards

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