Staff, Software Engineer, Information Security

Staff, Software Engineer, Information Security Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role This is a full-time, onsite role at our Dallas, TX office. This position is not eligible for remote work. Join Walmart/VIZIO and take your career to the next level! We are VIZIO, part of Walmart, a leading smart TV platform. Our Information Security team works with open-source software to provide innovative, cutting‑edge, and secure solutions. Our team owns open-source license compliance, security automation, and vulnerability management across our embedded software platforms. We are a dynamic group that uses cutting‑edge tools to automate audits, produce Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), and ensure our products meet the highest security standards. We value problem‑solving, autonomy, and collaboration, and believe in empowering our team members to architect solutions and drive compliance in a fast‑moving environment. As a Staff, Software Engineer, Information Security at Walmart, you will oversee the security and compliance of open‑source integrations that drive our business forward. Join us and leverage your skills to make a significant difference in our fast‑paced and dynamic environment. We’re focused on learning, doing something new and valuable, and encouraging our team to do the same. We are looking for a highly competent Staff‑level Software Engineer with deep expertise in embedded C/C++ development and a strong focus on information security. If you have a proven track record of transitioning from embedded engineering into DevSecOps, AppSec, or Compliance roles, we would like to hear from you. A successful candidate will contribute domain expertise and make high‑impact individual contributions related to open‑source compliance and automated security gates. This position is an Individual Contributor role. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative team here at VIZIO and to accomplish this, we are in the office 5 days a week in our Dallas, TX office. Responsibilities Lead open‑source compliance & security: Evaluate proposed libraries (GPL/MPL/MIT/Apache), document obligations, and guide compliant implementation across embedded platforms. Drive vulnerability management: Integrate and triage results from SAST/DAST/SCA scanners (CodeQL, SonarQube) and oversee remediation across firmware and supporting services. Automate DevSecOps pipelines: Design and enforce CI/CD security gates, automate audits, and produce software bill of materials (SBOMs) using GitHub/GitLab. Govern build engineering & artifacts: Standardize reproducible builds (CMake, Clang/LLVM) and manage dependency health checks via JFrog Artifactory/Xray. Conduct risk assessments: Identify threats, recommend mitigating controls, and champion security best practices through documentation and developer training. What You’ll Bring Experience: 8+ years in embedded software development (Linux kernel, device/firmware) with 2+ years in a security‑focused role (DevSecOps/AppSec/Compliance). Education: BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Security certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP are a plus). Licensing & Security Expertise: Deep, practical familiarity with open‑source licenses (GPL/LGPL/MPL/Apache) and SBOM tooling (SPDX, CycloneDX). Build & Pipeline Tools: Hands‑on experience with modern CI/CD practices, CMake, cross‑compilers, and artifact governance. Vulnerability Triage: Skilled at interpreting and acting upon SAST/DAST/IAST security scan results. Programming Proficiency: Strong in C and C++, with proficiency in Python or JavaScript for automation and tooling. Primary Location 14901 Quorum Dr, Dallas, TX 75254-7521, United States of America Equal Opportunity Employer Walmart 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 welcoming of all people. Benefits Health, dental, vision and wellness programs for you and your family. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting leave. Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, military leave pay, and adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement. Live Better U – 100% tuition and books covered for a wide range of degree and certificate programs. 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce. Stock purchase program and performance‑based bonus awards. Drug‑Free Workplace Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Walmart