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Position Summary...

We are seeking a GenAI-experienced Software Engineer with deep expertise in full-stack application development, enterprise-scale architecture, Large Language Model (LLM)-generated code, and the use of LLMs in agentic solutions.

The primary mission of this role is to design and build automations that measure, report on, and suggest improvements to Operational Excellence (OE) and Engineering Excellence (EE) across Sam’s Club’s Merchandising and AI Labs (SCMAL) applications, logged incidents, and engineering teams.

Automations will monitor team and application compliance with OE/EE standards and with required Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for response times and implementation timelines. Solutions will leverage GenAI coding assistants and modern agentic AI architectures, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Model Context Protocol (MCP). New AI technologies may also be evaluated for use across SCMAL.

This role requires both hands-on development and technical leadership.

What you'll do...

  • AI Application Development 
    • Use GenAI to accelerate the design and implementation of end-to-end applications using backend technologies such as Python, Java, Node.js, and Go. 
    • Incorporate communication components including email and SMS into application workflows. 
    • Integrate LLMs, MCP, and agent-based workflows into enterprise applications that replace manual OE/EE tracking and project management. 
    • Build modular, configurable, reusable frameworks that scale across hundreds of engineering teams. 
    System Architecture & Scalability 
    • Architect and deploy systems using Kubernetes, containerized microservices, and service-oriented architectures. 
    • Ensure high availability, observability, and reliability for AI-powered applications. 
    • Optimize systems for performance, maintainability, and scalability within large enterprise environments. 
    Automation & Efficiency with GenAI 
    • Automate OE/EE metrics, modernization tracking, and engineering maturity assessments using AI-driven workflows. 
    • Build AI tools that reduce manual reporting and project management overhead. 
    • Replace manual follow-ups and escalations with intelligent agentic workflows. 
    • Develop AI agents that deliver personalized team notifications and insights. 
    • Support scenarios such as AI-driven OKR tracking, automated engineering dashboards, AI-assisted follow-ups, and intelligent escalation handling. 
    Operational & Engineering Excellence 
    • Apply OE/EE principles to ensure designs are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with productivity goals. 
    • Standardize AI-assisted practices for CI/CD, code reviews, testing rigor, and observability. 
    • Partner with leadership to embed automation-first practices into operational models. 
    Technical Leadership 
    • Represent SCMAL in company-wide OE/EE forums. 
    • Lead OE/EE champions to act on organizational priorities. 
    • Communicate advancements, tooling updates, and best practices to the broader developer community. 
     
    What You’ll Bring 
    • Full-stack engineering experience with exposure to AI/ML and DevOps-focused development. 
    • Strong backend development skills using Python, Java, or similar languages. 
    • Hands-on expertise with Kubernetes, microservices, and service-oriented architectures. 
    • Ability to design and scale enterprise software that automates operational workflows. 
    • Experience with LLM APIs, MCP, and GenAI frameworks. 
    • Strong programming discipline including CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and monitoring. 
    • Familiarity with cloud-native stacks such as GCP and Azure. 
     
    Preferred Qualifications 
    • Passion for OE/EE automation and reducing manual work. 
    • Experience with multi-agent workflow orchestration. 
    • Builder mindset with the ability to ship scalable GenAI applications quickly. 
    • Strategic yet execution-focused, balancing innovation with enterprise readiness. 
    • Continuous learner with a drive to expand GenAI adoption across the enterprise. 
    • Strong frontend skills in React, Angular, TypeScript, or JavaScript. 
     
    Success Measures 
    • Delivery of production-ready GenAI applications that automate OE/EE workflows. 
    • Reduction in manual project management tasks and escalation cycles through AI automation. 
    • Measurable improvement in developer velocity and satisfaction. 
    • Increased adoption of AI-driven tooling across engineering teams. 
    • Tangible gains in operational efficiency and engineering excellence. 

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.
Bentonville, Arkansas US-09930: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00
Sunnyvale, California US-11807: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 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 and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 7 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 3 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...

2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, 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.
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