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Principal, Software Engineer - Front-End UI Engineer

World's leading retailer focused on helping people save money and live better through retail and technology innovation.
Bentonville, AR, USA
$110,000 - $220,000
Frontend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Retail

Description For Principal, Software Engineer - Front-End UI Engineer

Walmart's Enterprise Business Services (EBS) is seeking a Principal Front-End UI Engineer to join their Talent Management Engineering Team. This role represents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the world's largest retailers, working on associate-facing applications that serve millions globally.

The position requires a technical leader who will spearhead the full software development lifecycle, from initial concept through to delivery and iteration. You'll be responsible for designing and developing complex, scalable front-end features with a particular emphasis on React for web and React Native for mobile platforms. The role combines technical excellence with leadership responsibilities, requiring you to define engineering standards, drive process improvements, and foster engineering excellence across the team.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll work closely with product managers, UX designers, and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives. A key aspect of the role involves exploring and implementing AI and Generative AI capabilities to enhance user experiences and drive personalization in front-end workflows.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $220,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, stock purchase plans, and performance bonuses. Located in Bentonville, AR, you'll be part of Walmart's global headquarters, working in an environment that values in-person collaboration and innovation.

Key responsibilities include leading technical initiatives, mentoring team members, establishing coding standards, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, performant front-end solutions. You'll need 8+ years of software engineering experience, with deep expertise in JavaScript technologies and modern front-end frameworks.

This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale systems that impact millions of users while being at the forefront of retail technology innovation. You'll be part of a team that values continuous learning, collaboration, and the chance to shape the future of retail technology at one of the world's largest companies.

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Responsibilities For Principal, Software Engineer - Front-End UI Engineer

  • Lead full software development lifecycle from ideation to delivery
  • Define and uphold engineering standards
  • Design and develop complex, scalable front-end features
  • Partner with product, UX, and business stakeholders
  • Explore and integrate AI and Generative AI capabilities
  • Mentor senior and junior engineers
  • Analyze and classify requirements
  • Design solutions and convert High-Level Design into detailed design
  • Guide the team on coding standards
  • Monitor project progress and ensure CI/CD process adherence
  • Perform complex maintenance procedures

Requirements For Principal, Software Engineer - Front-End UI Engineer

React
JavaScript
TypeScript
Node.js
Java
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (Master's degree is a plus)
  • 8+ years experience as a Software Engineer
  • Strong experience with Java & Javascript based systems including React, React Native, Node, Spring
  • Experience in CICD automation including Agile delivery
  • Strong experience with performance profiling tools
  • Solid understanding of distributed systems architecture
  • Familiarity with multi-cloud environments
  • Experience with performance testing frameworks
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Benefits For Principal, Software Engineer - Front-End UI Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • Multiple health plan options including vision & dental plans
  • 401(k) match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • PTO and sick leave
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Military leave pay
  • Performance-based bonus awards

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