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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # (USA) Distinguished, Software Engineer - **Company:** Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. - **Location:** Bentonville, AR, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Web Accessibility, Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Programming Tools, Industry Standard Architecture, Reliability Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59157340-usa-distinguished-software-engineer ## About the Role * Proven expertise in designing and developing scalable, cloud-native software systems and AI-powered platforms. * Strong technical leadership with experience owning system-level execution and delivering architectural integrity. * Proven experience designing, building and operating developer platforms at scale. * Deep knowledge of AI agents, platform design, and operational due diligence to ensure reliability and performance. * Demonstrated ability to lead full software development lifecycle, including DevOps, CI/CD, and incident management. * Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and automation to reduce operational toil. * Effective collaboration and communication skills to align cross-functional teams and stakeholders. * Commitment to high standards in code quality, mentoring, and fostering engineering excellence., 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 6 years' experience in software engineering or related area. Option 2: 8 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 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. ## Description Position Summary... As a Distinguished Software Engineer, you will lead the design and development of scalable, cloud-native AI-powered systems, ensuring architectural integrity and operational excellence. This role requires translating strategic objectives into system-level implementations while fostering collaboration across engineering teams. You will champion best practices in software development, continuous integration, and reliability engineering, driving innovation and continuous improvement. By providing technical leadership and mentorship, you will enhance engineering quality and efficiency, supporting Walmart's commitment to delivering robust, maintainable solutions that meet business goals and customer needs. Our Team: The Developer Tools & Infrastructure team is at the heart of Walmart Global Tech - building the CI/CD platforms that empower thousands of engineers to ship code faster, safer, and smarter. As part of the Developer Experience & Gen AI pillar, our platforms power e-commerce, supply-chain, store systems, and back-office applications at massive scale. When we improve our platform, every engineering team at Walmart benefits simultaneously. If you're energized by building AI-powered developer platforms that multiply the output of thousands of engineers, this is the team for you. What you'll do... * Lead design and development of scalable, cloud-native AI-powered software systems and intelligent automation components. * Set the technical vision and lead the implementation for Developer Platform initiatives. * Own execution and architectural integrity for specific services, ensuring alignment with domain-level strategy and enterprise standards. * Champion full software development lifecycle, including DevOps, CI/CD, observability, and incident prevention to maintain system reliability. * Provide technical leadership through code reviews, mentorship, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and high-quality delivery. * Identify and resolve architectural bottlenecks, automate processes, and drive improvements to enhance engineering velocity and system performance. * Collaborate across teams to communicate complex technical concepts and support business objectives with sound technical judgment. ## Related Videos - [3x Performance: A Humbling Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100165-3x-performance-a-humbling-journey) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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