Experience Inc. Jobs

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Under this position, you will lead a large developer community spanned across several orgs and business area, making strides in Walmart eCommerce across their respective markets and businesses. You will be responsible for the central platform behind supporting these mobile applications. You will lead strategy, technical roadmap, resolving shortcomings with a future looking perspective, and run the business.

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:

As the Sr Distinguished Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of our products and systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, mentor and guide engineering professionals, and drive innovation to deliver high-quality, scalable, and robust software solutions.

• Architectural Leadership : Lead the creation and maintenance of our technical architecture, aligning it with business goals and scalability requirements.

• System Design and Scalability : Architect complex software systems, ensuring performance, security, and scalability needs are met.

• Technical Guidance and Mentoring : Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to software engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

• Cross-functional Collaboration : Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, UX/UI, Quality Assurance, and DevOps.

• Code Review and Standards : Establish and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and development best practices through thorough code reviews.

• Innovation and Research : Stay at the forefront of technological advancements, conducting research to identify emerging tools and methodologies.

• Project Management and Delivery : Collaborate with project managers to define project scopes, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with architectural goals.

• Collaborative Communication : Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, promoting a culture of open communication and collaboration.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in the design, development, and delivery of software products with a large user base.

• Strong track record in an architect role with large-scale software development data backed services and applications.

• A clear vision for futuristic mobile app architecture design and great communication skills to articulate that to all levels of stakeholders.

• Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to balance conflicting interests in a complex and fast-paced environment.

• Thorough understanding of Frontend technologies, especially in mobile area with a keen eye on scalability, performance, developer productivity and other factors that apply to operating at a large scale.

• Experience working with geographically distributed teams.

• Business acumen; combining technical vision with business insights.

Architecture Acumen:

Requires knowledge of: Architectural principles; Systems and environment behavior; Architectural Styles, Patterns and plans; Architectural standards; Non-functional System performance parameters;

Technology Strategy: To design the plan for customizing/creating the architecture for multiple products/platforms within a domain and validate the technical priorities for the product/solution architecture. Define the architecture blueprint for various functional products within a domain. Define the architecture to build cross- system interactions ensuring reusability, consistency and integration. Identify, evaluate and recommend solutions and enhancement to framework to achieve desired performance and scalability. Prepare technical papers broadly outlining the approaches to be taken in building multiple systems. Define the tech stack for various products, platforms and solutions highlighting the pros and cons of each and also providing recommendations for future solutions.

Coding:

Requires knowledge of: Coding standards and guidelines; Coding languages (E.g. Swift, Kotlin, Java), frameworks(E.g. iOS SDK, Android SDK and underlying/related frameworks), tools (E.g. Lint, Gradle, iOS Build Tools, Mobile app profilers, etc) and Platforms (E.g. iOS, Android);Quality, Safety and Security (Mobile apps and Frontend Security standards, PCI etc.) standards; Emerging tools and technologies; Telemetry (Splunk, Grafana); CI / CD; Code Management Tools; SDLC, platforms (Android, iOS etc.), and environments for software coding/configuration and scripting. Guide the team on coding patterns, languages and frameworks in line with evolving trends in the industry (Ex: reactive vs. imperative etc.) and drive scalability and security. Drive Implementation of telemetry features by determining data/metrics requirement within the domain. Support ad-hoc reviews of software code to ensure baseline mitigations for known risks. Create/configure minimalistic code for entire product/system and ensure the product is meeting business requirements, non-functional requirements, low-maintainability, high-availability and high-scalability needs. Oversee the codes executed by team in line with specified technical/business requirements. Arrange project requirements in programming sequence by analyzing requirements. Testing or any other process across the domain. Conduct code reviews for code developed by the team. Drive security of the Code Base and ensure that no security violations are introduced.

Requirement And Scoping Analysis:

Requires knowledge of: Risk analysis methodologies; Cost Analysis; Business objectives; Classification of requirements; Domain Knowledge; User stories concepts; Functional / Non-Functional Requirements; Scoping and Estimation

To conduct comprehensive analysis of the requirements/updates/modifications to create long term solutions to meet the requirements. Design methods of performing gaps/updates/modification analysis efficiently and accurately. Contribute to design of reusable frameworks / processes to capture business/customer requirements. Evaluate and introduce appropriate industry tools and frameworks to capture requirements better. Provide guidelines / direction / oversight around scoping / translation of requirements into epics / stories, establish guidelines for trade-offs.

Technical Domain Design:

Requires knowledge of: Knowledge of multiple domains (mobile apps, mobile apps release, network, security, etc.); Architectural principles; Systems and environment behavior; Architectural Styles, Patterns and plans; Architectural standards.

To assess and communicate the business costs, benefits, risks and issues for alternative architectural strategies based on experience in multiple disciplines and domains, knowledge of the specific business supported and existing technology. Direct the discussion of issues and considerations for adopting an enterprise architecture. Develop models and plans to drive forward the strategy and promote business performance improvement opportunities. Share experiences with creating or enhancing architectural models for one or more domains. Discuss leading frameworks or providers of methods and tools for developing an enterprise architecture. Consult on architectural integration and implementation issues, and their business implications.

Influencing and Building Stakeholder Consensus:

Requires knowledge of: Verbal/Non-verbal behaviors; Application and allocation of Business Communication styles/techniques in ambiguous and challenging situations; Communication channels/mediums; Interpersonal skills and universal relationship building with ability to connect seemingly unconnected parties; Influencing styles.

To build consensus in sensitive situations, present conflicting perspectives in a fair and constructive manner. Confidently present to diverse organization wide audience, positioning arguments/data with a well-structured story. Connect with strategic business priorities, leveraging data & analytics, financial acumen and problem-solving techniques to build a cohesive narrative. Become a trusted advisor to diverse stakeholders, influencing them to take unpopular/difficult actions on the product/technology matters. Coach others on effective communication and consensus building.

Provides overall direction by analyzing business objectives and customer needs; developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing business strategies, plans, and practices; analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans; determining and supporting resource requirements; evaluating operational processes; measuring outcomes to ensure desired results; identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; promoting a customer environment; and demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning. Develops and implements strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by diagnosing capability gaps; recruiting, selecting, and developing talent; supporting mentorship, workforce development, and succession planning; and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent.

Cultivates an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices; developing consequences for violations or non-compliance; and supporting the Open Door Policy.

Develops and leverages internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals by sponsoring and leading key community outreach and involvement initiatives; engaging key stakeholders in the development, execution, and evaluation of appropriate business plans and initiatives; and supporting associate efforts in these areas.

Leadership Expectations

Live our Values - Culture Champion - Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart's commitment to communities, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance.

Live our Values - Servant Leadership - Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent.

Embrace Change - Curiosity & Courage - Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.

Embrace Change - Digital Transformation & Change - Drives continuous improvements, supervises the adoption of new technology, and supports digital disruption in line with Walmart's business model.

Deliver for the Customer - Customer Focus - Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni merchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans and initiatives.

Deliver for the Customer - Strategic Thinking - Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and implementing strategies.

Focus on our Associates - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - Supports strategies and drives initiatives that attract and retain diverse and inclusive talent; builds high-performing teams; embraces diversity in all its forms; and actively supports diversity goal programs.

Focus on our Associates - Collaboration & Influence - Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action.

Focus on our Associates - Talent Management - Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, builds the talent pipeline, fosters an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others' contributions and accomplishments.

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.

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 $208,000.00-$416,000.00

‎

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 and7 years' experience in software engineering, architecture, or related area.Option 2: 9 years' experience in software engineering, architecture, 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 5 years' experience in software engineering, architecture, 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...

840 W CALIFORNIA AVE, SUNNYVALE, CA 94086-4828, United States of America

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, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.