(USA) Distinguished, Software Engineer

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

As a Distinguished Software Engineer, you will lead the design and development of scalable, modular software solutions aligned with business objectives.

This role requires expertise in analyzing complex requirements, driving architecture decisions, and guiding teams through agile methodologies to deliver high-quality products.

You will oversee continuous integration and deployment processes, ensure code quality and security, and proactively identify opportunities for innovation and enhancement.

Collaborating across functions, you will influence technical strategy and foster a culture of excellence, supporting Walmart’s commitment to delivering reliable, efficient, and customer-focused technology solutions.

About the team:

Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing digital experiences for over 2.2 million associates worldwide.

The team drives innovation through software development, continuous integration, and cloud-native computing, delivering scalable and efficient solutions.

Collaborating across functions, members analyze requirements, design modular systems, and implement robust code to meet business objectives.

Emphasizing quality and performance, the team supports ongoing improvements and automation initiatives.

This environment fosters technical growth and problem-solving, ensuring reliable and user-centric digital products that empower associates globally.

What you'll do:

Analyze and scope requirements to align with business objectives, prioritizing features to deliver minimum viable products.

Design scalable, modular software architectures ensuring performance, reliability, and security across distributed systems.

Develop clean, maintainable code following industry standards and optimize applications for usability and cost efficiency.

Lead testing strategies, including test case development and execution, to ensure comprehensive coverage and defect resolution.

Manage continuous integration and deployment pipelines, monitoring program metrics to maintain application health.

Conduct root cause analysis to identify and resolve defects, enhancing product functionality and security.

Guide teams on technical decisions, fostering innovation and adherence to best practices.

What you'll bring:

Extensive experience in software development with proficiency in full stack development and cloud-native computing.

Strong knowledge of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes and tools.

Expertise in analyzing and scoping complex requirements, including functional and non-functional aspects.

Proven ability to design scalable, modular, and secure software architectures aligned with business objectives.

Skilled in coding standards, multiple programming languages, and frameworks to deliver maintainable, testable code.

Experience driving testing strategies, root cause analysis, and defect management to ensure high-quality software.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and guide technical decision-making throughout the software lifecycle.

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see .

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.

Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates.

Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see .

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Bellevue, Washington US-11075:The annual salary range for this position is $156,000.00-$312,000.00

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Bentonville, Arkansas US-10735:The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$260,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 4 years' experience in software engineering or related area, We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.

The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

10500 Ne 8Th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job.

This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.