Senior, Software Engineer (Backend Java)

Overview In this role you will lead backend engineering efforts to build scalable microservices for Walmart Global Tech. You’ll influence design and delivery, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive robust solutions that support billions of transactions. You will mentor engineers and help shape technical direction while living onsite in Sunnyvale. This role offers opportunities to impact a global retail platform and advance accessibility and performance at scale. Compensation / Benefits401(k) matchstock purchase planpaid maternity and parental leavePTO and various leaveshealth plans (medical, vision, dental)life insurance ResponsibilitiesLead medium- to large-scale projects from requirements to deployment, including design reviews and cross-functional collaborationGuide small teams (4–6 engineers) including offshore members, providing direction and feedbackTroubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventative actionsSupport business stakeholders by translating questions into feasible technical solutionsOversee the discovery phase to define high-level designs with product and UX teamsContribute expert guidance to improve plans and align efforts with customer and business needsModel compliance with company policies and ethics while executing business processes Key requirements6+ years of backend engineering platform development4+ years of Java Spring, Spring Boot experienceStrong core Java and J2EE knowledgeExperience building large-scale microservicesDeep understanding of NoSQL databases (Cosmos, MongoDB)Strong Kafka experienceCloud experience with Azure and/or GCPAbility to translate business requirements into low-level designs and testsProactive problem solving and fast delivery without sacrificing qualitycross-functional collaborationleadership and mentorshipeffective communicationJavaSpringSpring Boot