Staff Software Engineer - MCS

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're seeking a Staff Software Engineer to support the development of our MCS program, a critical component of our Bot Control System. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of highly skilled engineers to create software that enables the Alphabot system to communicate, coordinate, and plan the actions of our robotic fulfillment system.

What you'll do:

• Lead the design and architecture of new features and the next generation of system control software.
• Lead the design and functionality of new features based on customer requirements.
• Lead the work of other small groups of engineers for engineering projects by proving direction.
• Lead and participates in medium to large scale projects by reviewing project requirements and translating requirements into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with other teams and business units to develop software strategies for future efforts.

What we're looking for:

• Experience with Java 8+.
• Experience leading development projects from genesis to delivery.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming.
• Exposure to state machines, RESTful services, and Kafka.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.
• Experience working within a group developing software solutions.
• Someone who thrives in a high energy and dynamic environment.
• B.S. in Computer Science or related degree
• 7+ years of experience in software engineering
• Ability and desire to work full-time onsite at our office based in Andover, MA

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.