(USA) Software Engineer III

Position Summary... What you'll do... About the Role As a Software Engineer III at Walmart, you will design, build, and scale highimpact systems across backend services, automation frameworks, and GenAIpowered engineering tools. You will work across complex distributed systems, native mobile and web automation, and AIdriven workflows that accelerate engineering productivity across Walmarts global eCommerce and Store ecosystems. This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in fastpaced, crossfunctional environments and enjoy solving deep technical problems with high ownership. What You Will Do GenAI Engineering Build and integrate AIpowered agents, workflows, and automation systems using modern GenAI frameworks and APIs. Develop intelligent tools that improve engineering productivity, defect detection, and operational efficiency. Partner with engineering, product, and platform teams to scale GenAI adoption across the organization. Backend Engineering & API Development Design, develop, and maintain highscale backend services, REST APIs, and automation pipelines. Build scripts, tools, and services that improve engineering efficiency and reduce manual effort. Ensure backend systems meet availability, scalability, performance, and security requirements. Integrate telemetry, monitoring, and CI/CD best practices into backend services. Quality Engineering & Automation Build and maintain endtoend automation frameworks for backend, web, and native mobile platforms. Write and automate test plans, test cases, and regression suites for largescale eCommerce applications. Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance testing across platforms. Troubleshoot automation failures and collaborate with crossfunctional teams to resolve issues. Improve and optimize the software development lifecycle through automation and tooling. Program Monitoring & Quality Governance Track program metrics, report progress, and ensure adherence to milestones and quality standards. Perform rootcause analysis, defect management, and regression testing. Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes, tools, and automation pipelines. DevOps & Operational Excellence Monitor application performance, logs, telemetry, and system health. Perform maintenance, debugging, and reengineering activities across backend and QE systems. Evaluate change requests and ensure compliance with security, quality, and operational standards. Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of experience in backend engineering, automation, or quality engineering. Strong experience with Node.js, JavaScript, Python, or similar languages. Handson experience with REST APIs, distributed systems, and backend automation. Experience with mobile/web automation frameworks (Appium, TestCafe, XCUI Test, Espresso). Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and modern DevOps tooling. Strong understanding of system integration, debugging, and performance optimization. Bachelors or masters degree in computer science or related field. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problemsolving skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience building or integrating GenAIpowered applications, agents, or workflows. Experience designing automation frameworks for Native, Web, or Backend platforms. Experience with largescale eCommerce, retail, or customerfacing systems. Strong understanding of quality engineering principles, test strategy, and defect management. Ability to navigate and influence large crossfunctional engineering teams. Who You Are A strong engineer with a passion for quality, automation, backend systems, and GenAI innovation. A problemsolver who thrives in ambiguity and takes ownership endtoend. A collaborator who builds strong relationships across engineering, product, and program teams. A continuous learner who embraces new technologies and modern engineering practices. A culture champion who models Walmart values and drives excellence through teamwork. About Walmart Global Tech Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. This is the impact you create at Walmart Global Tech. We are a global team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and service professionals building the future of retail. We innovate at scale, solve complex problems, and empower people through technology. Whether youre early in your career or looking for the opportunity that defines it, Walmart Global Tech offers the platform to grow, learn, and make an impact that reaches millions. Flexible, Hybrid Work This role is based in our Bentonville, AR Home Office that supports collaboration, innovation, and flexibility for associates to manage their personal lives. Benefits Walmart offers best-in-class benefits including 401(k) matching, Associate Stock Purchase Plan (ASPP), comprehensive health and dental plans, parental leave, PTO, health and wellness centers, and education assistance through Live Better U. Belonging We strive to create a workplace where every associate feels valued and included. Our culture is rooted in respect for the individual and a commitment to opportunity for all. By fostering belonging, we strengthen our business, better serve our customers, and support the communities where we operate. Equal Opportunity Employer Walmart, Inc. is an equal opportunity employerby choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and communities live better when we understand, respect, and value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 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 $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock 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 2 years experience in software engineering or related area. Option 2: 4 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. Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, 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 Walmarts accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture. Masters: Computer Science Primary Location... 2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, 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: Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we're reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.