Software Engineer, DevOps, Software Architect

Position: (USA) Staff, Software Engineer
Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The Staff Software Engineer will lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable platform capabilities, including infrastructure, tooling, and AI/ML frameworks. This role requires ownership of the full software lifecycle, ensuring quality through system design reviews and adherence to cloud-native architecture principles. The engineer will collaborate across teams to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvement in engineering practices.

A strong focus on technical leadership, innovation, and delivering business value through data-driven decision-making is essential to support Walmart's evolving technology landscape.

About the team:

The IPT team develops and supports platforms for GNFR sourcing, contracting, and procurement using Agile methodology. They deliver scalable, high-quality software solutions aligned with business and technical goals. The team collaborates to analyze requirements, design software, and implement efficient, secure code while maintaining performance standards. Emphasizing continuous improvement, members apply project management and software architecture expertise to drive innovation. By fostering strong stakeholder partnerships and adhering to best practices, the IPT team plays a vital role in Walmart's operational excellence and commitment to reliable technology platforms.

What you'll do:

* Deliver platform capabilities including infrastructure, tooling, and machine learning frameworks aligned with roadmap priorities.

* Lead full software development lifecycle activities such as coding, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.

* Apply cloud-native architecture principles to ensure scalable, resilient, and agile systems.

* Conduct system design reviews to validate quality and alignment with architectural standards.

* Build AI-driven applications integrating machine learning components for automation and intelligent features.

* Mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and promote engineering best practices.

* Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex problems into actionable technical requirements.

* Drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making and innovation.

What you'll bring:

* Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to build scalable and resilient systems.

* Strong experience in software design patterns, API design, and software prototyping to deliver maintainable and modular solutions.

* Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, Rust, and C++ for AI/ML integration and platform development.

* Demonstrated ability to lead full software development lifecycle activities including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and observability.

* Skilled in data-driven decision making to define metrics, optimize processes, and ensure engineering excellence.

* Experience mentoring engineers and influencing architectural decisions to promote technical growth and sustainability.

* Effective collaboration and communication skills to engage cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see  Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in…