(USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Position Summary...

What you'll do...Role summary:
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, driving technical excellence across multiple teams. This role involves architecting cloud-native, distributed systems with AI/ML integration, ensuring high availability and performance. You will provide strategic technical guidance, mentor engineers, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex business needs into effective solutions. By fostering innovation and continuous improvement, you will advance Walmart’s engineering vision and contribute to the development of intelligent software systems that serve millions of customers and associates.
About the team:
The Associate AI Platform team develops the next generation of intelligent experiences for Walmart associates by building an enterprise-scale AI platform that enhances productivity, decision-making, and access to knowledge. Operating at the intersection of AI, distributed systems, developer platforms, and product engineering, we address complex challenges in agent orchestration, tool execution, personalization, and responsible AI. The systems serve over two million associates across stores, clubs, campuses, and international markets. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will influence the architecture and technical direction of a platform redefining AI usage within one of the world’s largest enterprises.
What you'll do:

• Lead platform engineering efforts by delivering scalable infrastructure, reusable tooling, and cloud-native architectures aligned with strategic roadmaps.
• Drive full software development lifecycle activities including design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance across multiple teams.
• Architect and implement AI-enhanced applications and intelligent systems supporting millions of users.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, influencing architectural decisions and promoting engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to translate business needs into actionable technical requirements and measurable outcomes.
• Foster continuous improvement through innovation, knowledge sharing, and adoption of emerging technologies.
• Ensure high system availability, reliability, and performance through sound technical judgment and proactive issue resolution.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience leading platform engineering initiatives, delivering scalable, cloud-native architectures and reusable tooling.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems optimized for real-time data processing and AI/ML integration.
• Strong proficiency in software development lifecycle management, including CI/CD pipelines, testing, monitoring, and incident response.
• Demonstrated ability to apply model-driven design and leverage AI agents for enhanced software solutions.
• Skilled in mentoring engineering teams and influencing architectural decisions to promote maintainability and interoperability.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional stakeholders to define technical requirements and measure success.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and adapting to evolving technologies and business needs.

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 https://one.walmart.com/notices. 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.
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.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Bentonville, Arkansas US-09050: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00
Sunnyvale, California US-11658: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 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...

805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, 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.