(USA) Principal, Software Engineer

# Position Summary...

# What youll do...

## Role summary The Principal Software Engineer leads the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities driving technical execution across multiple teams. This role applies cloud-native architecture principles to develop resilient distributed systems and integrates AIML technologies to enhance software solutions. The position requires strategic technical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business objectives. The engineer ensures high-quality deliverables, fosters innovation, and continuously improves processes while maintaining architectural integrity and operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

## About the team The Sandman Ad-tech team consists of experienced Machine Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, and Full Stack technologists focused on delivering scalable data-driven solutions for Walmart. This multidisciplinary group integrates expertise in AI software engineering and data science to develop autonomous AI agents, deploy reliable applications, and build core engineering capabilities at enterprise scale. Utilizing data, AI, and agile methods, the team drives innovation that enhances operational efficiency and supports Walmarts mission. Collaboration within the team fosters the creation of intelligent systems that improve business performance across the organization.

## What youll do

• Lead platform engineering efforts by delivering scalable infrastructure, reusable tooling, and AIML frameworks aligned with strategic roadmaps.
• Drive full software development lifecycle across multiple teams, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and real-time data processing.
• Architect and integrate intelligent AI-enhanced applications using cloud-native principles and model-driven design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, influencing architectural standards and promoting engineering excellence.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and success metrics, ensuring solutions meet quality and business goals.
• Foster continuous improvement by identifying opportunities, adapting to change, and sharing knowledge across teams.

## What youll bring

• Extensive experience in platform engineering leadership, delivering scalable cloud-native architectures and reusable tooling.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing distributed systems optimized for real-time data processing and AIML integration.
• Strong proficiency in software development lifecycle management, including coding, testing, CI/CD, deployment, and observability.
• Demonstrated ability to apply model-driven design and leverage AI agents for intelligent software solutions.
• Skilled in technical mentorship, architectural decision-making, and cross-team collaboration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on operational metrics and customer-centric outcomes.
• Adaptability to evolving technologies and commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

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 401k, 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 Sams Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelors 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.

Primary Location: 121 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5989, United States of America

Salary Information:

• Hoboken, New Jersey: The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00
• Sunnyvale, California: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include Stock.

Walmart 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.

# Minimum Qualifications... Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

• Option 1: Bachelors 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.

• Masters 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 Walmarts accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.