Principal, Software Engineer at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Expertise in Generative AI, LLMs, Agentic and RAG frameworks to lead design, development, and deployment of advanced AI systems
  • Deep proficiency in Java, J2EE, and Spring Framework with strong knowledge of JVM internals (concurrency, multi-threading)
  • Solid understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture and hands-on experience building RESTful web services
  • Strong fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, and database concepts, with expertise in SQL and relational databases like Postgres, Microsoft SQL-Server, and BigQuery
  • Experience with distributed systems and technologies such as Elasticsearch, Kafka, and Python (highly desirable)
  • Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like ReactJS, React Native, Redux, Webpack, and Node.js
  • Experience building responsive, user-friendly interfaces with AJAX and modern frontend tooling
  • Hands-on experience with cloud development and deploying applications in cloud environments
  • Knowledge of Software Engineering best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, log aggregation, monitoring, and alerting for production systems
  • Proven ability to build scalable, highly available distributed systems in production environments

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment, sharing creative ideas and partnering with engineers, designers, and product managers to shape the vision and architecture of web platforms
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance applications using a modern tech stack, ensuring seamless integration between frontend and backend components
  • Conduct root cause analysis on applications to address business questions, identify performance bottlenecks, and uncover opportunities for improvement
  • Engage with engineering teams across geographies to share knowledge, leverage expertise, and contribute to the broader tech community
  • Architect scalable AI solutions, integrate agentic frameworks, and mentor engineering teams to push the boundaries of AI-driven innovation

Skills

Full Stack Development
Backend Development
Frontend Development
DevOps
Cloud Computing
Infrastructure
GenAI
Developer Platforms
Root Cause Analysis
Scalable Applications
Modern Tech Stack

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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