(USA) Senior, Software Engineer
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Position Summary... What you'll do... We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join our Catalog Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance, scalable catalog services that support millions of Wal*** customers. You will build integrations with next generation downstream applications powered by an event- driven, microservices-based architecture. We are looking for intellectually curious engineers who are passionate about technology and innovation. About the Team Join the innovative Wal*** Catalog team within Wal*** Global Tech, where creativity and technological excellence drive success. Our team focuses on enhancing seller and supplier experiences in catalog creation and management. Our technology stack primarily includes Java for backend and UI services, offering strong opportunities for growth and collaboration. The Catalog Engineering team has built a highly scalable catalog platform. In this role, you will work on next-generation upstream integrations, catalog migrations, and the development of scalable microservices. You will independently handle critical production issues, perform troubleshooting, and contribute to system reliability. As part of this fast-paced and entrepreneurial team, you will help deliver innovative solutions that have a large-scale business impact. What You'll Do: • Design and develop highly scalable services and solve complex software problems using modern technologies. • Lead by example as a strong and experienced engineer. • Troubleshoot business and production issues by collaborating with cross functional teams. • Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive solutions. • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. • Work in an Agile environment and follow engineering best practices. • Stay updated with GenAI trends and contribute to innovative solutions. • Participate in medium- to large-scale cross-functional projects, translating requirements into technical designs and delivering robust solutions. What You'll Bring: • Expert knowledge of Java (version 21), Spring Boot, REST services, JPA, Kafka, AMQ, Azure, CI/CD tools, Maven, Concord, Cassandra, Solr, GCP, Hive, BigQuery, AI agents, MCP, and LangGraph. • Experience building microservices using Spring Boot and reactive frameworks such as WebFlux and Project Reactor. • Experience with large-scale distributed systems (e.g., Kafka, Solr, AMQ,caching technologies). • Strong understanding of Spark engine. • Deep knowledge of J2EE, multithreading, and networking concepts. • Expertise in performance tuning, caching, and offline storage. • Experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines using Git, Jenkins, and Maven. • Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, data structures, and algorithms. • Familiarity with GenAI best practices. • Experience with NoSQL databases such as Cosmos DB and Cassandra. • Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud-native architecture. • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. • Knowledge of DevOps practices including CI/CD and monitoring About Wal*** 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 Wal*** Global Tech. Were a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts and service professionals within the worlds 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. 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: Wal***, 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 unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process. At Wal***, 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.Wal***.com/notices. Live Better U is a Wal***-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Wal*** 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 Wal***. 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.Wal***. 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 ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ 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 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area. Option 2: 5 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 1 year's 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 Wal***’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture. Primary Location... 2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America Wal*** 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.