(USA) Staff, Software Engineer

Role summary:

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will lead the architecture and development of scalable transportation solutions powering Walmart's global supply chain. You will build cloud-native, distributed applications using Java, REST APIs, Cosmos DB, BigQuery, event-driven technologies, and AI. You will translate complex business challenges into simple, resilient architectures that enable rapid solution delivery and future growth. The role requires end-to-end ownership across design, development, testing, deployment, observability, and production operations. You will drive AI-native engineering and intelligent automation, establish reusable engineering patterns, influence architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and champion engineering excellence across teams while accelerating innovation at Walmart scale.

About the team:

Our team develops and operates scalable transportation solutions within Walmart's global ocean supply chain, connecting suppliers, sellers, carriers, logistics partners, and internal operations across international markets. We build cloud-native, full-stack platforms that automate the ocean freight lifecycle, including onboarding, pricing, booking, execution, visibility, compliance, and financial settlement. Leveraging AI-native engineering, intelligent automation, and data-driven decision making, we address complex transportation challenges at scale. By combining deep engineering expertise with a strong product focus, we create resilient, extensible platforms that enhance operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support Walmart's expanding global ocean transportation capabilities.

What you''ll do:

• Architect and build scalable transportation solutions using Java, REST APIs, Cosmos DB, BigQuery, cloud-native technologies, and AI.
• Lead end-to-end development across design, coding, testing, deployment, observability, and production support.
• Design resilient, extensible architectures that enable rapid solution delivery and long-term scalability.
• Drive architecture reviews and establish reusable engineering patterns and standards.
• Build AI-native applications and intelligent automation to simplify complex transportation workflows.
• Prototype and operationalize innovative solutions with measurable business impact.
• Mentor engineers and influence technical direction across teams.
• Partner with Product, Operations, and Engineering to translate business challenges into scalable solutions and continuously drive engineering excellence and innovation.

What you''ll bring:

• Proven expertise in cloud-native architecture, including microservices, containers, and automation to ensure scalable and resilient systems.
• Strong experience in software development lifecycle management, encompassing coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
• Proficiency in API design, software prototyping, and applying software design patterns for secure, modular, and maintainable solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and lead technical decision-making to promote engineering excellence and sustainability.
• Skilled in data-driven decision making and problem solving to define metrics and optimize development processes.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills to engage cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuous improvement through innovation, tooling enhancement, and knowledge sharing.

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.

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