Position Summary...

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer III to join our AI & Data organisation and contribute to the design and implementation of privacy-focused data systems. In this role, you will develop scalable backend services and data pipelines that balance robust data protection with business intelligence capabilities. You'll collaborate with senior architects and cross-functional teams to build systems where privacy is embedded as a core design principle. This position offers the opportunity to deepen your expertise in distributed systems, data governance, and compliance-aware architectures while working on impactful solutions that shape how organisations responsibly handle consumer data.

What you'll do...

About the Team

The AI & Data organisation is responsible for building scalable, compliant, and secure data systems that power business intelligence while maintaining strict privacy and data protection standards. We work across cloud platforms and distributed systems to create solutions where privacy, security, and performance are balanced by design, not added as an afterthought.

What You Will Do

• Assume primary responsibility for the development, testing, and deployment of software solutions in accordance with engineering standards

• Identify and resolve defects while providing comprehensive support for software products deployed in production environments

• Foster effective collaboration within team units and across functional boundaries to achieve organisational objectives

• Conduct systematic performance analysis and implement optimisation strategies to resolve identified bottlenecks

• Refactor and enhance existing codebases to improve maintainability, performance, and adherence to quality standards

• Establish and maintain tools, processes, and documentation frameworks to elevate code quality standards across the organisation

• Own significant feature development and code ownership responsibilities while deploying solutions to hundreds of thousands of users daily

• Engineer solutions incorporating complex and varied data structures to meet business requirements

• Operate effectively in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment where experimentation and iteration drive continuous improvement

• Support customer success initiatives through direct engagement to ensure optimal product experience and satisfaction

What You Will Bring

• B.E/B.Tech/MS in Computer Science or related field, with 2+ years of experience in large-scale distributed systems

• Skilled in scripting languages (Java, Python, SQL)

• Experience with RESTful APIs, OAuth, JWT, Kafka and API gateways

• Proficiency in Java, Spring, and Spring Boot with experience building large-scale, robust backend microservices

• Strong experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (Cassandra, Cosmos) and distributed SQL (like Presto)

• Experience with container orchestration frameworks including Kubernetes

• Expertise in designing and managing scalable, secure solutions using cloud platforms like Azure and GCP

• Strong software engineering practices (GitHub, CI/CD, VSCode) with experience in unit and integration testing using JUnit, Mockito, and code quality tools like Sonar

• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment strategies to improve reliability

• Experience troubleshooting performance bottlenecks using profiling tools

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 sets us apart, and we know being together helps us innovate, learn and grow great careers. This role is based in our Bangalore/Chennai office for daily work, with the flexibility for associates to manage their personal lives.

Benefits

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include a host of best-in-class benefits maternity and parental leave, PTO, health benefits, and much more.

Belonging

We aim to create a culture where every associate feels valued for who they are, rooted in respect for the individual. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging, to create opportunities for all our associates, customers and suppliers, and to be a Walmart for everyone.

At Walmart, our vision is "everyone included." By fostering a workplace culture where everyone is—and feels—included, everyone wins. Our associates and customers reflect the makeup of all 19 countries where we operate. By making Walmart a welcoming place where all people feel like they belong, we’re able to engage associates, strengthen our business, improve our ability to serve customers, and support the communities where we operate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc., is an Equal Opportunities 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.

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.

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, 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...

Block- 1, Prestige Tech Pacific Park, Sy No. 38/1, Outer Ring Rd Kadubeesanahalli , India