Walmart
Posted 4d ago

Senior, Software Engineer - Backend (Node.js / TypeScript / Rust)

Walmart
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$117k-$234k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • leading delivery
  • developing software
  • mentoring peers
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant computer field and 3 years of software engineering experience, or 5 years of software engineering experience. Requires Node.js
  • TypeScript, Rust
  • Web development
  • Communication, and problem-solving skills
Technical tools mentioned
Node.jsTypeScriptRustGraphQLCI/CDWeb Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

Walmart is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the delivery of scalable software solutions through collaborative engineering teams. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality code across multiple languages and platforms, with a focus on AI/ML integration and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will drive technical excellence, mentor peers, and ensure alignment with broader system objectives. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate complex requirements into reliable, maintainable software are essential to support Walmart’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence.
 
About the team:

The Pre Purchase Experience Platform team at Walmart delivers a seamless shopping experience to millions globally. This collaborative group includes Engineering, UX, Product Management, Business, and Analytics professionals who rapidly develop and iterate on platform services powering Homepage, Content Pages, Search, Browse, Deals, and Item pages across web and mobile. The team focuses on high-performing front-end solutions, integrating advanced features such as Virtual Try-On and Generative AI. Continuous experimentation, innovation, and customer feedback drive the development of scalable, reliable products that enhance the top-of-the-funnel shopping journey.
 
What you'll do:
  • Lead delivery of scoped features and models through collaborative engineering teams, ensuring alignment with platform and system objectives.
  • Develop, test, and maintain high-quality, efficient code across NodeJS, TypeScript , Rust  supporting full software lifecycle and CI/CD processes.
  • Integrate AI/ML components and leverage generative AI tools to enhance software capabilities and development efficiency.
  • Participate in solution design, conducting code reviews and applying best practices for scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements and measurable outcomes.
  • Monitor application performance, support defect resolution, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor peers and contribute to knowledge sharing and engineering excellence.

 
What you'll bring:

  • Hands-on coding experience with NodeJS, Typescript, Rust
  • Fundamental Web development skills (Core understanding of the web, services and how things integrate). Cookies, headers, server to server communication understanding is critical
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and be able to articulate complex technical concepts in an approachable way for broad audiences.
  • Experience in working with GraphQL using NodeJS would be a plus.



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 $117,000.00 - $234,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

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

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 5 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.

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's 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 Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

1395 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of America

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.

About Walmart

Multinational retail operating discount stores and supermarkets.

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