Position Summary...

What you'll do...

About the Team
International Data Management (IDM) team powers enterprise-scale data platforms across multiple global markets including Canada, Mexico, Chile, and beyond.
We act as the single source of truth for enterprise data, enabling critical business functions across domains such as Customer, Supply Chain, Finance, and Digital Platforms.
What You’ll Do
Build and scale data pipelines Design and develop highly scalable data pipelines using Spark (Scala/PySpark), Airflow, and BigQuery
Ensure performance, reliability, and cost efficiency of pipelines across global workloads Drive platform modernization Develop utilities and frameworks to migrate legacy pipelines to modern architectures using automation and AI
Contribute to next-gen platform evolution (DPaaS, SSaaS, etc.) Architect for cost and scale Build and optimize data pipelines with a strong focus on cloud cost efficiency
Lead initiatives to reduce cloud spend through smart design and optimization strategies
Develop AI-driven engineering solutions Build internal tools, utilities, and AI agents to accelerate development and operations
Contribute to platform-level AI capabilities and automation frameworks Own platform and system reliability Manage and enhance large-scale data platform architecture supporting enterprise-wide use cases
Monitor and continuously improve performance, scalability, and resilience Collaborate globally Partner with data engineers, product teams, architects, and business stakeholders across international markets
Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions Drive innovation Conduct POCs on emerging technologies and evaluate new tools/frameworks
Bring forward innovative ideas to improve engineering efficiency and platform capabilities
What You’ll Bring
Strong Data Engineering Expertise Hands-on experience with Spark (Scala/PySpark), Airflow, BigQuery, and GCP ecosystem
Proven experience building and operating large-scale data pipelines Deep Platform Understanding Solid understanding of data platforms, frameworks, and their interaction with pipeline ecosystems
Experience designing scalable and enterprise-grade data architectures Cloud & GCP Expertise Strong knowledge of GCP services, project structures, IAM policies, and cloud-native design
Experience working with large, multi-project environments Cost Optimization Mindset Strong fundamentals in cloud cost optimization and FinOps practices
Ability to identify savings opportunities and design cost-efficient solutions Programming & AI Skills Strong proficiency in Python
Experience building utilities, automation frameworks, or AI/GenAI-driven solutions is a strong plus Engineering Discipline Experience in code development, testing, deployment, and operational excellence
Strong debugging, monitoring, and optimization skills Collaboration & Communication Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across global teams
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders Culture & Mindset Strong team player with a positive, ownership-driven attitude
Passion for continuous learning, innovation, and impact
Why This Role is Unique Work on global-scale data platforms impacting multiple markets
Be part of a team driving platform modernization + AI-first engineering
Lead cloud cost optimization at enterprise scale
Gain exposure across end-to-end data ecosystem (Kafka → GCS → Spark → BigQuery)
Influence strategy, architecture, and execution in a high-impact environment
Key focus areas include:
Large-scale distributed data pipelines across GCP
Platform modernization (legacy → next-gen architectures)
Cloud cost optimization at scale
Data governance and compliance
AI-driven engineering acceleration (GenAI, automation, agents)
We operate with a strong emphasis on:
Engineering excellence
Cost efficiency at scale
Global collaboration
Outcome-driven delivery

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Sunnyvale, California US-11656: The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00
Bentonville, Arkansas US-30012: The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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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 and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related field. Option 2: 5 years’ experience in
software engineering or related field. Option 3: Master's degree in Computer Science and 1 year’s experience in software engineering or related
field.
2 years' experience in data engineering, database engineering, business intelligence, or business analytics.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Data engineering, database engineering, business intelligence, or business analytics, ETL tools and working with large data sets in the cloud, Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 3 years' experience in software engineering, 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...

1375 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.