Principal Software Engineer - SRE

Join Walmart Global Tech as a Principal Software Engineer - SRE

About the Role

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our Global People Technology & Services organization. This role requires an individual who is a subject matter expert in observability, continuous integration (CI), continuous delivery (CD), systems architecture, and software engineering. You will be instrumental in guiding our technology strategy and driving operational excellence across the organization.

About the Team

The Enterprise People Technology team supports the successful deployment and adoption of new People technology across the enterprise. As a Fortune #1 company, our work impacts millions of associates globally. We strive to continuously improve people technology and products to help managers and associates so they can focus on what matters most - supporting our customers and members. People Technology is one of the major segments of Walmart Global Tech’s Enterprise Business Services, which is invested in building a compact, robust organization that includes service operations and technology solutions for Finance, People, and the Associate Digital Experience.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a subject matter expert in observability, CI/CD, systems architecture, and software engineering.
• Provide strategic guidance and hands-on support in the development of best practices, architectural designs, and technology solutions.
• Lead and mentor teams in the implementation of complex systems, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the continuous improvement of our technology stack and processes.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in software engineering, advocating for their adoption where appropriate.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and resilient systems that meet business goals and customer needs.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and troubleshooting sessions to ensure the highest standards of development.
• Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and inclusivity within the team.

What You'll Bring

• Deep Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge in software engineering, system architecture, and technology trends.
• Leadership and Influence: Ability to lead by example, mentor junior engineers, and influence decision-making processes.
• Strategic Thinking: Align technical initiatives with business goals, anticipate future trends, and make informed decisions.
• Excellent Problem-Solving Skills: Tackle challenging problems with innovative solutions that are scalable and efficient.
• Effective Communication and Collaboration: Articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

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 experts, 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.