(USA) Software Engineer III - Data Foundation Services

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

23h • $90,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As an engineer on the Data Foundation Services(DFS) team, you will contribute to designing, building , deploying and operating our best of breed database services at scale. We currently operate a large fleet of relation database clusters that support various Walmart businesses. About Team: Building the right technology foundation for Infrastructure & platforms is vital to success at the scale of Walmart. Our team builds and maintains the foundational technologies that support the tech organization. Included in this are data platforms, enterprise architecture, DevOps, cloud computing, and infrastructure. All of these products and services are supported by scalable and powerful infrastructure, ensuring a secure and seamless employee and customer experience across stores, digital channels, and distribution centers. What you'll do: Design and implement automation strategies to streamline infrastructure operations and improve deployment efficiency across platforms. Oversee the health, performance, and scalability of a large and diverse set of database environments, ensuring they meet business and technical requirements. Develop self-service capabilities that empower internal teams to manage their data and infrastructure needs independently, reducing operational overhead. Partner with cross-functional teams to understand their data challenges and provide expert guidance on structuring, architecting, and selecting the most suitable data solutions. Enhance system reliability and observability by building intelligent monitoring and recovery mechanisms that proactively detect and resolve issues using modern approaches. 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. Walmart’s culture is a competitive advantage, and it’s fostered by being together. Working together in person allows us to collaborate, align quickly and innovate with greater speed. We use our campuses to create purposeful connection rooted in deepening understanding and investing in the development of our associates. Our hubs: Walmart is a global company with offices across the United States and around the world. Our global headquarters is in Bentonville, Arkansas, with primary hubs in the San Francisco Bay area and New York/New Jersey.

Requirements

• Proficient in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or JavaScript, and familiarity with Reactor similar frameworks.
• Foundational understanding of relational and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, or Cassandra.
• Exposure to Linux operating systems, Kubernetes environments, GitHub, and CI/CD tools, with a willingness to learn cloud-native concepts.
• Curiosity about AI/ML technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs), and interest in how they relate to datastore technologies (e.g., pgvector etc.).
• Openness to using tools like GitHub Copilot to support coding and development tasks.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s 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 Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
• Masters: Computer Science

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automation strategies to streamline infrastructure operations and improve deployment efficiency across platforms.
• Oversee the health, performance, and scalability of a large and diverse set of database environments, ensuring they meet business and technical requirements.
• Develop self-service capabilities that empower internal teams to manage their data and infrastructure needs independently, reducing operational overhead.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand their data challenges and provide expert guidance on structuring, architecting, and selecting the most suitable data solutions.
• Enhance system reliability and observability by building intelligent monitoring and recovery mechanisms that proactively detect and resolve issues using modern approaches.

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.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level