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Senior Distinguished I, Software Engineer

World's largest retailer focused on helping customers save money and live better, founded by Sam Walton fifty years ago.
Bellevue, WA, USABentonville, AR, USA
$160,000 - $384,000
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
12+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Distinguished I, Software Engineer

Walmart is seeking a Senior Distinguished Engineer to join their Associate Experience and Digital Transformation (AEDT) team. This role will lead the architectural vision for Walmart's My Assistant platform - a GenAI-powered assistant serving 2.2M+ associates. The position involves defining technical strategy, collaborating with data scientists, and building scalable AI solutions that transform how associates work and serve customers.

The My Assistant team is building Walmart's internal agentic platform, enabling GenAI capabilities through intuitive applications and reusable AI services. As part of the AEDT portfolio, the team supports essential productivity tools and intelligent applications that enhance work efficiency. Operating at the intersection of enterprise complexity and cutting-edge AI, this role offers the opportunity to make transformative impact at massive scale.

The ideal candidate will bring 12+ years of experience in distributed systems, deep expertise in GenAI and architecture patterns, and a proven track record of leading complex software systems from vision to reality. They will serve as both a technical leader and hands-on mentor, balancing strategic thinking with practical execution. The role offers competitive compensation including base salary, bonuses, and equity, along with comprehensive benefits.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of work at the world's largest retailer, applying cutting-edge AI technology to solve real-world problems at unprecedented scale. The position combines technical depth, leadership influence, and product vision to drive innovation that impacts millions of associates and customers daily.

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Responsibilities For Senior Distinguished I, Software Engineer

  • Define and drive technical strategy for the My Assistant platform, guiding architecture, scalability, and system design
  • Collaborate with Data Scientists to build secure, performant, and production-ready GenAI applications
  • Serve as a hands-on technical mentor and code for critical path code
  • Influence engineering standards across the organization
  • Partner with product and business leaders to shape the roadmap
  • Lead architectural reviews and troubleshoot complex issues
  • Cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous learning

Requirements For Senior Distinguished I, Software Engineer

  • 12+ years of experience building and scaling distributed systems
  • Demonstrated success in leading end-to-end delivery of complex software systems
  • Deep understanding of architecture patterns, GenAI platforms, and large-scale system design
  • Expertise in building resilient, low-latency, and highly available services
  • Strategic thinking with a bias toward action
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Passion for mentorship and talent development
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent experience)

Benefits For Senior Distinguished I, Software Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Equity
Education Budget
  • Competitive pay
  • Performance-based bonus awards
  • Medical, vision and dental coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Stock purchase
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Parental leave
  • Family care leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Company discounts
  • Education benefits through Live Better U program
  • Annual/quarterly performance bonuses
  • Stock compensation

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