Walmart
About the Role
We’re looking for a
Principal Engineer
to lead the design and development of large-scale, distributed platforms that serve millions of users. In this role, you’ll drive technical strategy, architect systems for scalability and resilience, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver critical infrastructure powering Walmart’s digital ecosystem. Your work could help over
240 million global customers live better every week . We are a Fortune #1 company that values bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. From day one, you’ll be
empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life . Join us to be part of a world leader in
diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement . Our mission extends beyond the walls of our stores. About the Team – Enterprise Business Services (EBS)
Walmart’s
Enterprise Business Services (EBS)
is a powerhouse of seven teams delivering technology solutions and services that impact the organization globally. As part of Walmart Global Tech, EBS sets the bar for
operational excellence , leveraging emerging technologies to support millions of customers, associates, and stakeholders. Joining EBS means embarking on a journey of
growth, relentless innovation , and the opportunity to
set new industry standards
for Walmart’s global footprint. What You’ll Do
Architect and implement high-scale, fault-tolerant systems across cloud-native platforms. Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams across multiple domains. Drive strategic decisions in platform architecture, API design, CI/CD automation, and observability. Partner with product, operations, and SRE teams to deliver platforms that are maintainable, performant, and aligned with business goals. Evaluate and integrate modern technologies to enhance system capabilities. Lead deep-dive design sessions, technical reviews, and retrospectives focusing on engineering excellence. What You’ll Bring
15+ years
of software engineering experience with increasing responsibility. Expertise in building and scaling distributed backend systems, preferably in e-commerce, retail, or logistics. Fluency in one or more backend languages (e.g.,
Java ,
Go ,
C++ ) and related frameworks. Experience with cloud infrastructure, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code. Strong understanding of system design patterns, scalability, failover strategies, and performance optimization. Demonstrated ability to lead architectural vision and influence engineering culture across organizations. Deep familiarity with telemetry, logging, tracing, and alerting practices. Preferred Qualifications
Background in enterprise-scale platform development. Experience with financial systems, payment platforms, or AML controls. Ability to mentor, guide, and elevate engineers across experience levels. Contributions to open-source or technical communities. Passion for fostering a culture of technical excellence. Locations
Primary Locations:
Bentonville, AR or Sunnyvale, CA Why You’ll Love It
Impact at Scale:
Your work will influence experiences for over
240 million customers weekly . You’ll build core platforms and enable strategic transformation for Walmart’s massive retail ecosystem. Engineering Excellence:
Architecture principles such as
Modularity over Monoliths ,
Cloud-Native by Default , and
APIs First
guide our scalable, observable systems. You’ll be empowered to make bold technical decisions and deploy them globally. Leadership Culture:
Values include
Respect for the Individual ,
Act with Integrity , and
Strive for Excellence . You’ll help shape a high-impact engineering culture with ownership and curiosity. EBS Innovation Hub:
Work with teams delivering trusted systems at scale across finance, procurement, workforce, and compliance, enabling Walmart’s transformation. Benefits:
Competitive compensation (base, bonus, equity), comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, 401(k), and career development support. We offer the flexibility and autonomy to thrive while helping others live better. Details about PTO and eligibility vary by plan and location. Minimum Qualifications
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related field and 5 years’ software engineering experience. Option 2: 7 years’ software engineering experience. Master’s Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ software engineering experience. We value candidates with accessibility knowledge and WCAG 2.2 AA compliance, assistive technologies, and inclusive design practices. Primary Location
Locations include Bentonville, AR and Sunnyvale, CA. Primary address: 805 S Moberly Ln, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States.
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We’re looking for a
Principal Engineer
to lead the design and development of large-scale, distributed platforms that serve millions of users. In this role, you’ll drive technical strategy, architect systems for scalability and resilience, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver critical infrastructure powering Walmart’s digital ecosystem. Your work could help over
240 million global customers live better every week . We are a Fortune #1 company that values bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. From day one, you’ll be
empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life . Join us to be part of a world leader in
diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement . Our mission extends beyond the walls of our stores. About the Team – Enterprise Business Services (EBS)
Walmart’s
Enterprise Business Services (EBS)
is a powerhouse of seven teams delivering technology solutions and services that impact the organization globally. As part of Walmart Global Tech, EBS sets the bar for
operational excellence , leveraging emerging technologies to support millions of customers, associates, and stakeholders. Joining EBS means embarking on a journey of
growth, relentless innovation , and the opportunity to
set new industry standards
for Walmart’s global footprint. What You’ll Do
Architect and implement high-scale, fault-tolerant systems across cloud-native platforms. Provide hands-on technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams across multiple domains. Drive strategic decisions in platform architecture, API design, CI/CD automation, and observability. Partner with product, operations, and SRE teams to deliver platforms that are maintainable, performant, and aligned with business goals. Evaluate and integrate modern technologies to enhance system capabilities. Lead deep-dive design sessions, technical reviews, and retrospectives focusing on engineering excellence. What You’ll Bring
15+ years
of software engineering experience with increasing responsibility. Expertise in building and scaling distributed backend systems, preferably in e-commerce, retail, or logistics. Fluency in one or more backend languages (e.g.,
Java ,
Go ,
C++ ) and related frameworks. Experience with cloud infrastructure, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code. Strong understanding of system design patterns, scalability, failover strategies, and performance optimization. Demonstrated ability to lead architectural vision and influence engineering culture across organizations. Deep familiarity with telemetry, logging, tracing, and alerting practices. Preferred Qualifications
Background in enterprise-scale platform development. Experience with financial systems, payment platforms, or AML controls. Ability to mentor, guide, and elevate engineers across experience levels. Contributions to open-source or technical communities. Passion for fostering a culture of technical excellence. Locations
Primary Locations:
Bentonville, AR or Sunnyvale, CA Why You’ll Love It
Impact at Scale:
Your work will influence experiences for over
240 million customers weekly . You’ll build core platforms and enable strategic transformation for Walmart’s massive retail ecosystem. Engineering Excellence:
Architecture principles such as
Modularity over Monoliths ,
Cloud-Native by Default , and
APIs First
guide our scalable, observable systems. You’ll be empowered to make bold technical decisions and deploy them globally. Leadership Culture:
Values include
Respect for the Individual ,
Act with Integrity , and
Strive for Excellence . You’ll help shape a high-impact engineering culture with ownership and curiosity. EBS Innovation Hub:
Work with teams delivering trusted systems at scale across finance, procurement, workforce, and compliance, enabling Walmart’s transformation. Benefits:
Competitive compensation (base, bonus, equity), comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, 401(k), and career development support. We offer the flexibility and autonomy to thrive while helping others live better. Details about PTO and eligibility vary by plan and location. Minimum Qualifications
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related field and 5 years’ software engineering experience. Option 2: 7 years’ software engineering experience. Master’s Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ software engineering experience. We value candidates with accessibility knowledge and WCAG 2.2 AA compliance, assistive technologies, and inclusive design practices. Primary Location
Locations include Bentonville, AR and Sunnyvale, CA. Primary address: 805 S Moberly Ln, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States.
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