(USA) Distinguished, Software Engineer Technical Architect

Sunnyvale, CA, United States

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

The Distinguished Software Engineer, Technical Architect is responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of technical solutions for complex projects inclusive of hands-on development of frameworks, patterns, and new technology proofs of concept. The Technical Architect is a key contributor in the planning, design, and delivery of technical solutions, providing expertise and guidance throughout the entire project lifecycle. This is a hands-on role that supports architectural designs and advisory for the Walmart Pharmacy division.

About Team:

Our team works closely with our US stores and eCommerce business to better serve customers by empowering team members, stores, and merchants with technological innovation. From groceries and entertainment to sporting goods and crafts, Walmart U.S. offers an extensive selection that our customers value, whether they shop online at Walmart.com, through one of our mobile apps, or in-store. Focus areas include customers, stores and employees, in-store service, merchant tools, merchant data science, and search and personalization.

What you'll do:

1. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements, objectives, and constraints to develop technical solutions that align with the business and technology strategies.

2. Design and document technical architecture, ensuring that it meets the project's functional and non-functional requirements.

3. Evaluate (including managing, contributing, and executing various POCs) and select appropriate technology platforms, frameworks, and tools to support the implementation of the technical solution.

4. Create and present architectural designs, prototypes, and technical roadmaps to project teams and stakeholders.

5. Create, present, and teach frameworks for use across the platform.

6. Identify and validate new technologies and patterns to be employed for the betterment of the organization.

7. Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural principles, coding standards, and best practices.

8. Conduct technical reviews and code inspections to identify potential issues and recommend improvements.

9. Identify and mitigate technical risks, anticipating potential challenges and proposing contingency plans.

10. Collaborate with infrastructure teams to ensure that the technical solution is scalable, secure, and performant.

11. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and evaluate their potential impact on the organization's technical architecture.

12. Participate in the evaluation and selection of third-party vendors and technologies, ensuring compatibility with existing systems and architectural guidelines.

What you'll bring:

1. Proven experience as a Technical Architect or similar role, with a strong background in software development and architecture.

2. In-depth knowledge of various technology domains, such as web development, cloud computing, databases, networking, and security.

3. Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable, distributed, and high-performance software solutions.

4. Familiarity with architectural patterns, frameworks, and best practices, such as microservices, event-driven architecture, and DevOps.

5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

6. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

7. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional teams.

8. Experience in Agile development methodologies and practices.

9. Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Solution Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.

About Walmart Global Tech

Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. That’s what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We’re a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity expert's and service professionals within the world’s leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.

Flexible, hybrid work:

We use a hybrid way of working that is primarily in office coupled with virtual when not onsite. Our campuses serve as a hub to enhance collaboration, bring us together for purpose and deliver on business needs. This approach helps us make quicker decisions, remove location barriers across our global team and be more flexible in our personal lives.

Benefits:

Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

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. ‎

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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.

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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.

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Hoboken, New Jersey US-10279:The annual salary range for this position is $156,000.00-$312,000.00 ‎

Sunnyvale, California US-08479:The annual salary range for this position is $169,000.00-$338,000.00 ‎

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. ‎

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include: ‎

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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 and6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 8 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 4 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 Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture. Primary Location... 221 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, United States of America