Principal Software Engineer
Genesis TherapeuticsSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, E-commerceIndustries
Requirements
- Over 10 years of experience in designing and developing large-scale, distributed systems
- Proficiency in Java and Spring Boot and other latest Backend Stack
- Strong background in building scalable applications using Microservices architecture
- Hands-on experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Azure SQL, Oracle, Cassandra, etc.)
- Expertise in internet-scale distributed technologies (e.g., ElasticSearch, Solr, MemCache, and similar tools)
- Experience working with distributed event streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Develop software for OMNI Returns Backend Systems
- Design and implement pipelines to process real-time delivery data against Walmart Global Tech Guidelines
- Lead team in performing design, code reviews, operational excellence – building for resilience, high availability, scalable and performance
- Create/Code/Design large, complex workforce management applications, services, and systems used across Walmart Returns
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business, product, data science, and other software engineering teams to understand business problems and draft, scope, design, develop, test, and deploy services and systems
- Troubleshoot business and production issues by reviewing and analyzing information, engaging support teams, formulating action plans, performing root cause analysis, and completing documentation
- Lead the discovery phase of medium to large projects, partnering with product management, design, project management, business, and user experience teams; obtain approvals, drive proof-of-concept, and implement prototypes
- Develop innovation strategies, processes, and best practices by leading internal technical teams, partnering with cross-functional teams, assessing opportunities, documenting scopes, developing plans and timelines, communicating with executives, and resolving technology differences
- Collaborate with cross-team and cross-functional stakeholders
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the employment type for this Principal Software Engineer role?
The position is full time.
Is this Principal Software Engineer position remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What are the key responsibilities for this role?
Responsibilities include developing software for OMNI Returns Backend Systems, designing pipelines for real-time data processing, leading design and code reviews, creating large-scale applications and services, collaborating with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting issues, and leading discovery phases for projects.
What is the team like that I'd be joining?
The team works closely with US stores and eCommerce business to serve customers through technological innovation, focusing on areas like customers, stores, employees, in-store service, merchant tools, merchant data science, and search and personalization.
What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Software Engineer position?
Strong candidates will have experience developing highly scalable services handling millions of requests per day, championing EE/OE/SRE best practices, leading teams in design and code reviews, and collaborating across functions to solve complex problems.
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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