(USA) Principal, Software Engineer

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Bentonville, AR, United States
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$110,000.0 - $220,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Adobe Analytics Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Web Accessibility Artificial Intelligence Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Cloud Computing Code Generation Software Quality Computer Engineering Continuous Integration Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements)
+19 more
DevOps Programming Tools Human-Computer Interaction Python (Programming Language) Systems Development Life Cycle Software Engineering TypeScript Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Web Strategies Enterprise Software Applications GitHub Copilot ReactJS Large Language Models Generative AI Backend Information Technology Data Management Front End Software Development Api Design

Job description

Position Summary… Building the right technology foundation for Infrastructure & platforms is vital to success at the scale of Walmart. The Global Tech Platform organization builds and maintains the foundational technologies that support the tech organization. Included in this are Developer Experience and Productivity, Gen-AI, data platforms, enterprise architecture, DevOps, cloud computing, and infrastructure. All these products and services are supported by scalable and powerful infrastructure, ensuring a secure and seamless employee and customer experience across stores, digital channels, and distribution centers. About the team… The Wibey Web team develops and maintains the browser-based interface for Wibey, Walmart’s intelligent orchestration platform for software development and operations. They enable users to search content across internal sources, leverage AI to enhance prompts, and access trusted answers with citations. They also provide SDKs that allow different teams within Walmart to contribute to and extend the platform. The team’s mission is to support everyone who builds or runs software at Walmart by providing a unified entry point to tools, documentation, and agent-powered actions throughout the entire SDLC (plan, build, ship, run). Role Summary… As a Principal, Software Engineer for Walmart’s new developer-focused super-agent, Wibey, you will work with other technical leaders on the team to architect and build the Wibey Web experience for Walmart developers. You’ll be building the foundation for how thousands of developers leverage AI across Walmart’s technology ecosystem, architecting solutions for the Web surface of Wibey. From defining standards and building tools (an SDK) for integrations with other apps and agents to exploring and identify new use-cases and user-flows, your work will directly impact developer productivity, code quality, and innovation velocity at enterprise scale

What you’ll do…

  • Design and implement Wibey Web features, App integrations and extensions that provide seamless AI-assisted development workflows
  • Design scalable front-end and back-end systems to support a web interface capable of accommodating thousands of developers.
  • B ui ld integration with internal tools using industry standard protocols like MCP and A2A .
  • Drive Innovation
  • Create agentic solutions that intelligently automate developer workflows: code generation, testing, PR reviews, documentation, and deployment
  • Implement quality benchmarking frameworks to measure AI-generated code correctness and developer productivity impact
  • Design enterprise governance controls that balance developer velocity with security and compliance req ui rements

Lead and Collaborate

  • Partner with product managers, platform engineers, and security teams to define and execute the Wibey roadmap
  • Establish engineering best practices and quality standards for AI-assisted development
  • Mentor junior engineers on the team
  • Stay ahead of the rapidly evolving GenAI landscape and bring emerging capabilities to Walmart developers

Requirements

10 + years of software engineering experience with proven expertise in b ui lding developer-facing tools and platforms

  • Deep understanding of developer experience ( DevEX ) principles and productivity optimization
  • Production experience integrating LLM/ GenAI capabilities into enterprise systems and understanding technologies like Model Context Protocol (MCP) , A2A protocol, etc .
  • Hands-on experience with AI coding assistants (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Gemini CLI, or similar)
  • Strong systems design skills for b ui lding scalable, resilient backend and frontend services * Exceptional communication and collaboration skills , with the ability to lead architectural discussions, mentor peers, and influence technical direction across multiple teams.

  • Proficiency in modern development tools and infra structure ( CICD, Trunk Bas ed Development, C LI frameworks, IDE extensions, API design )
  • Extensive experience in full- stack software development with proficiency in React, Typescript, CSS, Java, JavaScript, Python, and related frameworks., 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.

Benefits & conditions

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. Sunnyvale, California US-11657: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 Bentonville, Arkansas US-10735: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock, Discount Card

Get 10% off

Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Walmart Academy

Grow your skills

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Financial perks

Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.

Paid time off

Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more

Comprehensive health benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Wellbeing programs

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Career growth opportunities

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

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Life at Walmart

Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation. At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.

Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech-enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.

With amenities like on-site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work-life balance isn’t just a goal-it’s a reality. Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world-class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.

Whether you’re exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you’ll experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities.

Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.

This isn’t just a workplace-it’s a destination for leaders eager to make a difference. Other about 14 hours ago Freight Handler Walmart Bentonville, Arkansas $18.95 - $22.45 per hour Other about 14 hours ago Fashion Team Associate Walmart Bentonville, Arkansas $14.00 - $27.00 per hour

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