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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # (USA) Staff, Software Engineer - Android - **Company:** Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $143,000.0 - $286,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Web Accessibility, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Android Software Development, Google App Engines, Application Performance Management, Architectural Patterns, Automation of Tests, Mobile Application Development, Software Quality, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Gradle, Machine Learning, Model View ViewModel, Node.Js, Performance Tuning, Release Management, Software Engineering, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Grafana, Backend, Kotlin, Modularization, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Jetpack Compose, Asynchronous Programming, Api Design - **Published:** September 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59817866-usa-staff-software-engineer-android ## About the Role * 8 -10 years of software engineering experience with strong Android development expertise. * Deep proficiency in Kotlin and modern Android frameworks (Jetpack Compose preferred). * Strong experience with mobile architecture patterns, modularization, and large-scale app development. * Experience developing and testing Server-side APIs for mobile and web clients using Node.js, Rust, Go, etc. GQL experience is a plus. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Gradle optimization, and mobile observability tools. * Solid understanding of API design, performance tuning, and secure mobile development. * Proven track record of technical leadership and cross-team influence., 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 4 years' experience in software engineering or related area. Option 2: 6 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 2 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 What you'll do... About Team: Join the team powering Walmart's next-generation mobile experiences, where every interaction and every millisecond matters. As a Staff Android Engineer, you will lead the architecture, development, and evolution of scalable Android applications and shared platform capabilities that impact millions of users daily. You'll work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, customer-first mobile experiences at scale, shaping the future of retail technology. What you'll do: * Lead the design and development of complex Android applications and shared mobile platform components (SDKs, libraries, tooling). * Define and drive modern Android architecture standards (Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Coroutines/Flow, MVVM/MVI, modularization). * Ensure scalable, maintainable, and testable code through strong design patterns and best practices. Optimize app performance, reliability, and scalability (startup time, ANRs, crash-free sessions). * Own large, ambiguous initiatives from concept to production, establishing long-term Android technical strategy including modularization, CI/CD, build optimization, and observability. * Partner with backend teams to design efficient mobile APIs and offline-first solutions. * Lead the full development lifecycle: architecture, coding, testing, CI/CD, release management, monitoring, and maintenance. * Champion automated testing, code quality standards, and secure mobile development practices. Implement strong observability practices (crash analytics, performance monitoring). * Integrate AI/ML capabilities into Android apps (on-device and cloud-powered solutions) to deliver intelligent, personalized, and automation-driven mobile experiences, ensuring privacy, security, and performance best practices in AI-enabled features. * Mentor senior engineers and provide architectural guidance across Android teams. * Lead design reviews and influence technical decisions across mobile, backend, and product teams. * Translate complex business problems into scalable technical solutions and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Android beyond mobile: Cars, TVs, and Wearables](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/553-android-beyond-mobile-cars-tvs-and-wearables) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Modular Secrets to Lightning-Fast Android Builds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1428-modular-secrets-to-lightning-fast-android-builds) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [Moving from Java to Kotlin](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/384-moving-from-java-to-kotlin) - [Introducing Kotlin Multiplatform in an existing project](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/276-introducing-kotlin-multiplatform-in-an-existing-project) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [How Developers Can Focus on Maintaining Satisfaction With Accessibility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/109-how-developers-can-focus-on-maintaining-satisfaction-with-accessibility)