(USA) Principal Software Engineer

Posted 14 Days Ago
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Sunnyvale, CA
132K-286K Annually
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • Logistics • Machine Learning • Retail
The Role
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the analytics efforts for Walmart Display Ads, focusing on campaign performance and marketplace health. Responsibilities include building data pipelines, extracting insights from data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.
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Position Summary...

What you'll do...


About Team:
The mission of Walmart Display Ads is to connect brand owners and shoppers with relevant display ads. We bring brand awareness and rich product information to shoppers and help brand owners grow their business with advanced targeting and optimization techniques. This is a fast-growing business never lacking opportunities! We are looking for an experienced tech lead to spearhead advertising data analytics related to demand, supply, and overall marketplace health. You will be responsible for extracting meaningful insights about campaign performance, marketplace efficiency, and gaps in systems and products, surfacing marketplace health metrics via dashboards, and working with cross-functional partners to move the needle in display advertising.

What you will do:

What you'll bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, statistics, operation research, or related fields
  • 6 years' experience of building data pipelines, extracting signals from noisy data, and establishing metrics for monitoring.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., as Python, R, SQL) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Superset, Looker).
  • Analytical thinking and detail-oriented mindset. Familiar with SQL and Non-SQL databases.
  • String communication skills. Ability to convey complex ideas and findings to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of A/B testing. 

Preferred qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in data science, computer science, statistics, operation research, or related fields
  • 10+ years' experience in programmatic advertising, on-line content distribution, or e-commerce. 
  • Knowledge of optimization, auction, and ML applications.
  • People management experience is a big plus. ​

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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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.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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Bellevue, Washington US-11075:The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00-$264,000.00

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Sunnyvale, California US-04396:The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00-$286,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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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 5 years' experience in software engineering or related field. Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related field. Option 3: Master's degree in Computer Science and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related field.
4 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.

Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related area., 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...

840 W California Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-4828, United States of America

Top Skills

Python
R
SQL
The Company
HQ: Bentonville, AR
578,950 Employees
Hybrid Workplace

What We Do

Walmart has a long history of transforming retail and using technology to deliver innovations that improve how the world shops and empower our 2.2 million associates. It began with Sam Walton and continues today with Global Tech associates working together to power Walmart and lead the next retail disruption. We’re a high-performing, primarily virtual workforce that is human-led and tech-empowered. Our world-class software engineers, data scientists and engineers, cybersecurity professionals, product managers and business service professionals work with top talent on cutting-edge technologies that create unique and innovative experiences for our associates, customers and members across Walmart, Sam’s Club and Walmart International. At Walmart Global Tech, one line of code or bold idea can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people – talk about epic impact at a global scale.

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