(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their search team in Sunnyvale, CA. This role focuses on building backend features that power search functionality across Walmart's sites and apps, processing billions of queries for millions of products worldwide. The team works with cutting-edge relevance algorithms, information retrieval, and machine learning at massive scale.

The position offers an opportunity to work on big data problems and high-availability systems that directly impact business metrics. You'll be part of a team that mines structured and semi-structured data from product catalogs, social web, transactions, and query logs at unprecedented scale. The role involves leading medium to large-scale projects, implementing complex code changes, and mentoring junior engineers.

Working at Walmart means joining a global retail technology leader that emphasizes both technical excellence and customer impact. The company offers competitive compensation ($117,000-$234,000) plus performance bonuses, comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) match, stock purchase plans, and paid parental leave. The Sunnyvale location puts you in the heart of Silicon Valley, with access to the region's rich technical community and lifestyle amenities.

The ideal candidate will bring strong Java backend development experience, familiarity with search technologies like Solr or Elasticsearch, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on how millions of customers discover and purchase products across Walmart's digital platforms.