Software Engineer III

Walmart's Advertising Technology team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer III to join their data foundation team that serves millions of customers daily. This role focuses on building extremely large-scale data sets and processing them using distributed systems to enrich them with intelligent insights. As a senior engineer, you'll lead the design and implementation of critical data platforms, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior engineers.

The position is within Walmart's Advertising Technology data team, which owns and drives the foundational data platform for targeting and measurement systems. The team specializes in building scalable data pipelines, applying machine learning techniques, and solving complex data analysis problems. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including Hadoop ecosystem, stream processing, and cloud platforms.

The role offers competitive compensation ($117,000-$234,000 in Sunnyvale) with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k), stock options, and paid time off. You'll be part of a team that directly impacts how millions of customers shop and how advertisers connect with them. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to work on large-scale data systems while making a significant impact on retail technology.

The position requires strong technical expertise in distributed systems, data engineering, and programming languages like Java/Scala/Python, combined with leadership skills to mentor team members and drive technical decisions. You'll be based in either Sunnyvale, CA or Bentonville, AR, working on projects that shape the future of retail advertising technology.