Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their international transactions team, working on systems that impact over 5,200 retail units across 23 countries. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact at the world's leading retailer, where one line of code can affect hundreds of millions of people.

The position focuses on leading a team of 6-8 engineers, designing and developing scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Kafka. You'll be working on critical international store applications, collaborating with product management and market operations teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

As a senior engineer, you'll be responsible for technical leadership, architecture decisions, and mentoring team members. The role requires strong expertise in distributed systems, API development, and database technologies. You'll be involved in everything from system design to performance optimization and incident management.

Walmart offers a competitive compensation package including a salary range of $117,000-$234,000, plus performance bonuses and stock options. The benefits are comprehensive, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, stock purchase plans, and paid parental leave. The work environment is hybrid, combining in-office collaboration with flexible remote work.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of experience, with 2-3 years in a technical lead role. You should have deep knowledge of microservices architecture, Java-based APIs, and NoSQL databases. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, as you'll be guiding team members and interfacing with stakeholders across the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to work on large-scale systems while leading a team at a company that's at the forefront of retail innovation. You'll be part of a technology organization that's driving digital transformation in retail while maintaining a strong focus on helping people save money and live better.