Senior Software Engineer – Emulation

At Walmart Advanced Systems & Robotics, we're building the infrastructure that will power the next generation of retail experiences. We're the team behind Alphabot®, a new technology that's changing the way America shops. Our automated pickup and delivery systems use a combination of robotics and software to efficiently handle large volumes of online orders, streamlining operations for managers and enhancing the customer experience. We're passionate about robotics, retail, and creating solutions that impact millions of customers daily.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to design and implement functional emulation solutions for simulating Robotics Control Systems. Collaborating with the software leadership team, you will play a key role in defining software requirements and assuming leadership of operational and technical projects.

Your primary objective will be to develop a high-quality software product that will enable us to test our robotics systems at scale. This will involve analyzing requirements, designing robust architectures, writing efficient code, and conducting thorough testing.

What you'll work on:

• Developing high-quality software design and architecture for our emulation product
• Identifying, prioritizing and executing in the full software development life cycle
• Developing tools and applications by producing clean, efficient code
• Automating tasks through appropriate tools and scripting
• Reviewing and debugging code
• Performing validation and verification testing
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to fix and improve products
• Documenting development phases and monitor systems
• Ensuring software is up-to-date with latest technologies

What we're looking for:

• Extensive experience in software development, scripting and project management
• Experience using system monitoring tools (e.g. New Relic) and automated testing frameworks
• Knowledge of selected programming languages (e.g. Python, C++) and the Java/J2EE platform
• Knowledge and hands on experience with Kubernetes and Docker
• Hands on experience building microservices on Cloud Platform, such as Azure/AWS
• In-depth knowledge of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB)
• Familiarity with various operating systems (Linux, Mac OS, Windows)
• Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• BSc/BA in Computer Science or a related degree

We offer great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet:

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards
• Competitive 401(k) matching program, stock purchase plans, and equity opportunities
• Comprehensive health, vision, and insurance plans with options for dependent coverage
• Unlimited PTO for salaried employees, covering vacation, holidays, and personal days
• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid maternity/paternity leave
• Special Walmart discounts for in-store and online purchases
• Complimentary daily lunches, beverages, and snacks
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more

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.