Staff, Software Engineer, Front End

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their frontend team in Sunnyvale, CA. This role represents an opportunity to make a significant impact at the world's largest retailer, working on solutions that affect millions of customers daily.

The position sits within the team that works closely with Walmart's US stores and eCommerce business, focusing on empowering team members, stores, and merchants with technological innovation. The team's scope includes customer experience, store operations, merchant tools, data science, and search/personalization capabilities.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll spend 60% of your time doing hands-on development, working with modern technologies including JavaScript, React, Java, and Spring Boot. You'll be responsible for building responsive user interfaces and robust backend services using Kubernetes. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring you to mentor team members while maintaining high coding standards.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $143,000 to $286,000 annually, plus performance bonuses and stock options. Walmart offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, stock purchase plans, and paid parental leave.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of full-stack development experience, with a strong background in e-commerce or marketplace platforms. You should have a proven track record of writing clean, maintainable code and leading technical initiatives. While a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred, equivalent experience is accepted.

This role offers the opportunity to work in Silicon Valley while contributing to technology that impacts millions of customers daily. You'll be part of Walmart's digital transformation, working with a team that's reimagining retail through technology innovation. The position offers both technical challenges and leadership opportunities, making it ideal for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact at scale.