Principal, Software Engineer - Health and Wellness - Optical

World's leading retailer focused on helping people save money so they can live better.
Bentonville, AR, USA
$110,000 - $220,000
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Healthcare · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Principal, Software Engineer - Health and Wellness - Optical

Join Walmart Global Tech as a Principal Software Engineer for the Vision Center business, where you'll develop robust and scalable solutions within the Optics back-end platform. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and CosmosDB to support both in-store and online consumer experiences. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Walmart's Vision Center business while working with a team that serves millions of customers.

As a principal engineer, you'll lead the architecture and design of complex enterprise systems, mentor other developers, and work closely with business stakeholders. The position requires expertise in backend development, data streaming, cloud technologies, and healthcare industry experience. You'll be responsible for implementing secure, high-performance solutions while maintaining cost efficiency.

Walmart offers competitive compensation including annual performance bonuses and stock options. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Based in Bentonville, AR, you'll be part of Walmart's growing tech hub in Northwest Arkansas, an area known for its trail system, emerging food scene, and cultural attractions like Crystal Bridges Museum.

This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, making it ideal for experienced engineers who want to make an impact at scale while working on healthcare technology solutions. You'll be instrumental in driving innovation that helps millions of customers access vision care services through Walmart's extensive retail network.

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Responsibilities For Principal, Software Engineer - Health and Wellness - Optical

  • Lead design and architecture of complex enterprise backend systems
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other developers
  • Perform code reviews and maintain high code quality
  • Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery
  • Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring boot
  • Implement real-time data streaming using Kafka
  • Manage data using Azure CosmosDB and Azure SQL
  • Implement security and authentication mechanisms
  • Monitor and troubleshoot production issues
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Requirements For Principal, Software Engineer - Health and Wellness - Optical

Java
Kafka
MongoDB
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with 5 years experience, or 7 years experience without degree
  • Experience with Java version 11, 17, or later
  • Experience with Spring Boot and Spring Batch frameworks
  • Knowledge of microservice-based architecture and RESTful services
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform
  • Experience with Apache Kafka
  • Knowledge of docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience with healthcare industry systems
  • Knowledge of encryption (AES, RSA)
  • Proficiency with Github, Linux, Jenkins, Ansible
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence

Benefits For Principal, Software Engineer - Health and Wellness - Optical

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Multiple health plan options including vision & dental plans
  • 401(k) and stock purchase plans
  • Life insurance
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Military service pay
  • Paid Time off (vacation, sick, parental)
  • Short-term and long-term disability

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