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Entry Level Staff Software Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing ...

Staff, Software Engineer

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$143K - $286K/yr

The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing ...

Staff, Software Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$143K - $286K/yr

The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing ...

Staff, Software Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$143K - $286K/yr

The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing ...

The Role We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and implementation of core software systems across our stack. This role is less about writing isolated features and more about ...

Staff Software Engineer

Watertown, MA · On-site

$170K - $230K/yr

The Role We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and implementation of core software systems across our stack. This role is less about writing isolated features and more about ...

The Role We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to lead the design and implementation of core software systems across our stack. This role is less about writing isolated features and more about ...

About The Role: * We're looking for a Staff Software Engineer who wants real ownership in a fast-moving environment. * You'll help design, build, deploy, and operate the software that runs Urban Sky ...

Staff Software Engineer 1

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$38.06 - $63.43/hr

ARA is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to be part of our team in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We are a 100% employee-owned scientific research and engineering company dedicated to solving critical ...

Staff Software Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$287K - $485K/yr

Staff Backend Engineer Our software solves all these problems (and more) at scale, and our Backend Engineers make it possible. * If you're more interested in a Staff Full-Stack Engineer position ...

Under general supervision, the Staff Software Engineer assists in developing software products and works on improving the overall quality of the product throughout the software development life cycle.

Software development engineers using common development methodologies including Waterfall and Agile should be matched to our software development engineering roles. Employees focused on ensuring ...

They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer who will shape products from the beginning, drive technical direction, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to turn raw opportunities into ...

Software development engineers using common development methodologies including Waterfall and Agile should be matched to our software development engineering roles. Employees focused on ensuring ...

Software development engineers using common development methodologies including Waterfall and Agile should be matched to our software development engineering roles. Employees focused on ensuring ...

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How much do entry level staff software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level staff software engineer in the United States is $104,863.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Staff Software Engineer vs Software Developer?

AspectEntry Level Staff Software EngineerSoftware Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; some companies prefer internships or project experienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; coding bootcamps also common
Work EnvironmentCollaborative teams within tech companies, startups, or large enterprises; involved in design and architectureDevelopment teams focused on coding, testing, and implementing software solutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across tech, finance, healthcare, and other industries; entry-level position with growth potentialCommon in software firms, tech startups, and IT departments; often an entry point into software careers

While both roles involve coding and software development, Entry Level Staff Software Engineers typically have more responsibilities in system design and architecture, and may require some leadership or mentorship roles. Software Developers focus primarily on coding and implementing features. Both roles are entry-level but differ in scope and expectations.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Staff Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,863 per year, or $50.4 per hour.
Staff, Software Engineer

Staff, Software Engineer

Walmart

Mountain View, CA • On-site

$143K - $286K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Walmart rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 22,105 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Position Summary... What you'll do...Role summary:
The (USA) Staff, Software Engineer plays a critical role in delivering scalable platform capabilities and driving the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance. The role involves technical leadership, mentoring, and collaboration across teams to ensure alignment with business goals and engineering excellence. The engineer applies data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement practices to enhance productivity and deliver high-quality software products.
About the team:
This team supports Walmart International’s operations across more than 5,200 retail units in 23 countries, including Canada, India, Mexico, and South Africa. It delivers scalable software solutions through collaborative engineering and advanced technologies, managing the full development lifecycle from design to deployment. Focused on technical excellence, continuous improvement, and clear communication, the team ensures reliable, efficient systems that meet customer, associate, and business needs. By integrating cloud-native architecture and data-driven decision making, the team plays a vital role in advancing Walmart’s global retail presence and evolving business objectives.
What you'll do:
  • Demonstrate expertise in software engineering best practices and contribute to the development and improvement of engineering processes.
  • Collaborate with architects, product managers, and engineering teams to design and build scalable products.
  • Deliver high-quality technical designs and production-ready code in an Agile/Scrum environment.
  • Implement unit tests, code reviews, and documentation.
  • Manage CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes across development, QA, and production environments.
  • Maintain production stability and monitoring, ensuring high system availability.
  • Troubleshoot production and business issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement fixes.
  • Apply an AI-first development approach, leveraging AI tools and agents to accelerate development and automation.
  • Utilize agentic AI platforms for workflow automation and enterprise integrations.

What you'll bring:
  • Strong experience leading full software development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, CI/CD deployment, and maintenance.
  • Employ performance, A/B tests, web vitals, front end optimization regularly
  • Proficiency in software design patterns and software prototyping to deliver secure, modular, and maintainable solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply data-driven decision making to define success metrics and optimize engineering processes.
  • Experience mentoring engineers and influencing architectural decisions to promote technical excellence and sustainability.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across teams, communicating complex technical concepts clearly to wide-range of stakeholders.
  • Experience with production system monitoring and operations
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for innovation and continuous learning

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.
The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 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, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 4 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area. 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 2 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... 815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America Walmart 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.

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From our humble beginnings as a small discount retailer in Rogers, Ark., Walmart has opened thousands of stores in the U.S. and expanded internationally. Through innovation, we're creating a seamless experience to let customers shop anytime and anywhere online and in stores. We are creating opportunities and bringing value to customers and communities around the globe. Walmart operates approximately 10,500 stores and clubs in 19 countries and eCommerce websites. We employ 2.1 million associates around the world — nearly 1.6 million in the U.S. alone.

Industry

Retail and transportation and warehousing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bentonville, AR, US

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