Staff Software Engineer

1395 Crossman Ave Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114

R-2450112

Position Summary The Subscriptions & Savings Team is responsible for building experiences that help customers plan, organize, and simplify their shopping on Walmart. Our team brings together experts in product management, design, engineering, research, and analytics to create seamless ways for customers to subscribe and save on frequently purchased items. We focus on intuitive experiences that make it easy for customers to stay organized, never run out of essentials, and share their needs with others. By leveraging customer insights and data‑driven decisions, we continuously improve these experiences to reduce friction and make everyday shopping more convenient and personalized. Responsibilities Technical Leadership : Drive architecture and design decisions for GraphQL APIs, Node.js, Rust services and platforms that power critical applications. Hands‑on Development : Write high‑quality, maintainable, and well‑tested code with a focus on performance and scalability. GraphQL Expertise : Design robust GraphQL schemas, resolvers, and federated architectures while establishing best practices for schema evolution and API governance. System Architecture : Lead discussions on microservices, distributed systems, API gateways, caching, and data persistence strategies. Mentorship : Guide and mentor senior and mid‑level engineers, raising the overall technical bar of the team. Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Partner with product managers, architects, and front‑end teams to deliver seamless and secure APIs. Operational Excellence : Champion CI/CD pipelines, observability, monitoring, and incident response practices. Innovation : Stay ahead of industry trends, exploring new technologies and patterns that can benefit the organization. Qualifications 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 5+ years in backend/API development. Strong expertise in Node.js , Rust , TypeScript and GraphQL (Apollo Federation) , with experience designing and scaling production GraphQL services. Solid understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and event‑driven architectures. Proficiency with databases (SQL and NoSQL), caching strategies (Redis, CDN), and API security best practices. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes). Proven track record of leading large‑scale projects and influencing technical direction at the organizational level. Strong problem‑solving skills, communication abilities, and collaborative mindset. Prior experience in high‑traffic, consumer‑facing applications. 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 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. Experience in creating inclusive digital experiences, implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. Benefits 401(k) match and stock purchase plan Paid maternity, parental, and family leave PTO, sick leave, holidays Medical, vision, dental coverage and mental health resources Live Better U education program (tuition and books covered) Career development and support (Walmart Academy, leadership programs) Equal Opportunity Employer Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. #J-18808-Ljbffr Walmart