Walmart Staff Software Engineer - Data Ventures 

United States, Arkansas, Bentonville 

610319675

• Solution & software architecture design for distributed systems including event-driven microservices; Plan for scalability , re-usability, platform-agnostic, d isaster r ecovery , ETL & d ata d esign; To assist in design of solutions such that the processes / applications work in tandem for specific components/modules of a product. Evaluate trade-offs while designing a component based on the business requirements. Assist in conversion of HLD (High Level Design) to create detailed design using mock screens, pseudo codes and detailed functional logic of the modules for specific modules / components of a product. Design and develop new data infrastructure to expand team capabilities, efficiency and business value
• Assists in providing guidance to small groups of engineers for assigned Engineering projects by proving pertinent documents, directions, examples, and timeline.
• Provides support to the business by responding to user questions, concerns, and issues (for example, technical feasibility, implementation strategies); researching and identifying needed solutions; determining implementation designs; providing guidance regarding implications of new and enhanced systems; identifying short- and long-term solutions; and directing users to appropriate contacts for issues outside of associate's domain.
• Manages small to large-sized projects by reviewing requirements; researching and identifying alternative solutions; determining best solution based on return on investment and value add to the business; gathering requested information (for example, design documents, product requirements, wire frames); writing and developing code; communicating status and issues to team members and stakeholders; collaborating with project team and cross functional teams; identifying areas of opportunity; interpreting information and identifying a solution; ensuring solution is sustainable across implementation and use; and ensuring on-time delivery and hand-offs.
• Troubleshoots business and production issues by gathering information (for example, issue, impact, criticality, possible root cause); performing root cause analysis to reduce future issues; engaging support teams to assist in the resolution of issues; driving the development of an action plan; performing actions as designated in the plan; interpreting the results to determine further action; and completing online documentation.
• Participates in the discovery phase of small to medium-sized projects to come up with high level design by partnering with the product management, project management, business, and user experience teams.
• Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.
• Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities.
• Models compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by incorporating these into the development and implementation of business plans; using the Open Door Policy; and demonstrating and assisting

What you’ll Bring...

• At least 6 years of experience in software development, database administration, or related field
• Expert level knowledge and understanding of C# or Java
• Extensive understanding of developing backend applications and data pipelines.
• Experience interacting with your business and product partners to gather the right requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering software using Agile methodologies.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.

• Experience working with teams across multiple locations. Distributed office working experience with a US headquarters.
• Recent experience with: C#, .Net, Azure Cloud Services
• Excellent technical abilities with strong business, organizational and analytical skills
• 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 duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.