The (USA) Software Engineer III plays a critical role in designing, developing, and delivering scalable software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams including product management and user experience. This position involves troubleshooting complex issues, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring high-quality code through rigorous testing and continuous integration practices. The engineer will manage project requirements, contribute to technical design, and support ongoing maintenance while mentoring small engineering groups. A strong focus on innovation, technical excellence, and timely delivery is essential to drive business value and enhance platform capabilities.
About the team:
The Atlas WMS team manages the platform end-to-end, developing systems that direct inbound freight, optimize inventory slotting, and enhance picking and packing for millions of weekly orders. The team supports associate workflows and integrates advanced robotics and automation technologies. Operating at an unmatched scale, Atlas processes a vast volume of daily transactions, supporting tens of thousands of associates and ensuring timely order fulfillment. This team addresses complex engineering challenges to build foundational technology that drives the operations of the world’s largest retailer, delivering immediate impact on warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction.
What you'll do:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define high-level designs and translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Develop, test, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-quality code following coding standards and best practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production and business issues through root cause analysis and effective problem-solving.
- Lead small engineering groups by providing guidance, documentation, and mentorship to ensure timely project delivery.
- Implement automation scripts and telemetry features to support continuous integration and deployment processes.
- Monitor application performance, conduct maintenance activities, and evaluate change requests for feasibility and impact.
- Support business users by addressing technical inquiries and recommending sustainable solutions aligned with business goals.
What you'll bring:
- Proven experience in software design, development, and delivery within Agile environments.
- Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming and coding languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Java.
- Web development experience, knowledgeable in JavaScript frameworks.
- Experience with relational or NoSQL databases
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues effectively.
- Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and automation scripting.
- Knowledge of platform design, API development, and component services to build scalable solutions.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Skilled in test case creation, execution, and defect management to ensure high-quality software delivery.
- Experience mentoring and guiding small engineering teams to achieve project goals.
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.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 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 2 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Option 2: 4 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, 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.Masters: Computer SciencePrimary Location...2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, 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.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 2 years' experience in software engineering
- 4 years' experience in software engineering or related area (alternative to degree option)
- Proficiency in object-oriented programming and languages such as JavaScript, Python, or Java
- Web development experience and knowledge of JavaScript frameworks
- Experience with relational or NoSQL databases
- Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving complex technical issues
- Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and automation scripting
- Experience with platform design, API development, and component services for scalable systems
- Skilled in test case creation, execution, and defect management
- Experience mentoring and guiding small engineering teams
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to translate requirements into technical solutions
Walmart Global Tech Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Walmart Global Tech and has not been reviewed or approved by Walmart Global Tech.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Compensation packages typically include base pay, performance bonuses, and stock awards, with access to an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests annual bonus structures and stock grants are a consistent part of total compensation in many roles.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a company 401(k) match and stock purchase options that support long‑term savings. Feedback suggests these programs are a notable strength within the overall package.
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Parental & Family Support — Family benefits feature paid parental leave and adoption assistance, alongside tax‑advantaged accounts for healthcare spending. Feedback suggests these supports contribute meaningfully to perceived total rewards value.
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What We Do
Walmart has a long history of transforming retail and using technology to deliver innovations that improve how the world shops and empower our 2.2 million associates. It began with Sam Walton and continues today with Global Tech associates working together to power Walmart and lead the next retail disruption. We’re a high-performing, primarily virtual workforce that is human-led and tech-empowered. Our world-class software engineers, data scientists and engineers, cybersecurity professionals, product managers and business service professionals work with top talent on cutting-edge technologies that create unique and innovative experiences for our associates, customers and members across Walmart, Sam’s Club and Walmart International. At Walmart Global Tech, one line of code or bold idea can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people – talk about epic impact at a global scale.









