Taro Logo

(USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart is the world's leading retailer, helping people save money so they can live better through retail, tech, merchandising, and finance operations.
$143,000 - $286,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
E-Commerce · Enterprise SaaS · Logistics

Description For (USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Seller Fulfilled Group, which is revolutionizing how third-party sellers approach fulfillment. This role is part of the Marketplace Engineering team, working on one of the fastest-growing eCommerce platforms. The position involves leading and developing highly scalable services that process millions of requests daily, focusing on complex software systems using state-of-the-art technology.

The team is tackling exciting challenges in eCommerce and logistics, including designing cost-efficient supply chains, developing real-time carrier performance dashboards, and building capabilities for shipping protection and promotion platforms. With impressive 250% year-over-year growth, this initiative involves navigating a complex and dynamic landscape while building a best-in-class fulfillment platform.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll provide technical leadership, architect large-scale systems, and drive innovation in areas such as microservices, cloud implementation, and event-driven architecture. You'll work with technologies including Java, Cosmos DB, Kafka, and various cloud platforms, while leading teams in designing and implementing solutions that impact billions of dollars in commerce.

The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while solving complex problems at scale. You'll be part of a team that's setting new standards in fulfillment and positioning Walmart as a leader in e-commerce logistics.

This position requires deep expertise in software engineering, strong leadership abilities, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with distributed systems, cloud architecture, and modern development practices, along with the ability to mentor teams and drive technical excellence.

Last updated 18 days ago

Responsibilities For (USA) Principal, Software Engineer

  • Provide deep technical expertise and thought leadership
  • Lead medium to large-scale projects
  • Develop highly scalable services processing millions of requests per day
  • Design and develop backend microservices and APIs
  • Collaborate with project teams and cross functional teams
  • Troubleshoot business and production issues
  • Provide technical support to the business
  • Drive high visibility projects across the organization
  • Lead team in designing systems and apps
  • Lead discovery phase of projects

Requirements For (USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Java
Kafka
MongoDB
  • At least 7 years of experience in architecting large scale systems
  • Expertise in one or more programming languages (e.g. Java, Python)
  • Strong background in algorithms and data structures
  • Experience in leading teams and delivering large scale distributed systems
  • Understanding of microservices oriented architecture and REST APIs
  • Experience with cloud application development
  • Understanding of SaaS/PaaS/IaaS with cloud offerings experience
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines
  • Knowledge of performance, scalability, and system architecture
  • Practical knowledge of agile methodologies
  • Experience with relational/non-relational databases

Benefits For (USA) Principal, Software Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
Mental Health Assistance
Equity
  • Multiple health plan options including vision & dental plans
  • 401(k) and stock purchase plans
  • Life insurance
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid Time off including vacation and sick leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To Walmart (USA) Principal, Software Engineer