Software Engineer III - Agentic AI, Prompt engineering

Walmart's Cortex Team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Agentic AI and Prompt Engineering to join their core A.I. conversational platform team. This role is central to powering Walmart's vision of delivering world-class personal assistants to customers through various interaction modes including voice commands, text messages, and multi-modal experiences.

The position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on an innovative, mission-critical product used daily by millions of customers. As part of the emerging tech group, you'll work on cutting-edge AI technologies, including large language models like BERT, Llama, GPTs, and Gemini, while developing and optimizing conversational AI systems that enhance customer experiences both online and in-store.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in Python, SQL, and classical ML models, with at least five years of hands-on experience in NLP/NLU. You'll be working on projects from conception to deployment, requiring both technical excellence and strong communication skills. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain production-grade AI systems, optimize model performance, and create comprehensive documentation.

Walmart offers competitive compensation, including performance bonuses and stock options, alongside comprehensive benefits such as health coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid parental leave. The company's culture emphasizes in-person collaboration at their tech hubs, fostering innovation and quick alignment among team members. This position represents a unique opportunity to work at scale, impacting millions while reimagining the future of retail through advanced AI technologies.