Software Engineer Contractor Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary...What you'll do...Role summary:
The Senior Software Engineer will lead the delivery of scoped features and software components through collaborative teams, ensuring alignment with platform and business objectives. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality, scalable software solutions using modern programming languages and AI/ML integrations. The position requires strong technical judgment, continuous improvement mindset, and effective collaboration across functions to translate complex requirements into reliable, maintainable systems. The engineer will also support DevOps practices, code reviews, and mentorship to drive engineering excellence and deliver impactful results aligned with Walmart’s standards.
About the team:
The IPT team develops and supports platforms for GNFR sourcing, contracting, and procurement using Agile methodology. The team delivers scalable, high-quality software solutions aligned with business and technical needs. Members collaborate to analyze requirements, design software, and implement efficient, secure code while maintaining performance standards. Emphasizing continuous improvement, the team applies project management and software architecture expertise to drive innovation. By fostering strong stakeholder partnerships and adhering to best practices, the IPT team plays a key role in Walmart’s operational excellence and commitment to reliable technology platforms.
What you'll do:

• Own scoped feature and model delivery through collaborative engineering teams, managing implementation, iteration, testing, and support.
• Write clean, efficient, and reliable code across multiple languages, driving full software development lifecycle including CI/CD and automated testing.
• Integrate AI and ML components using internal and external APIs to enhance software capabilities.
• Assist in converting high-level designs into detailed, scalable, and maintainable solutions aligned with platform objectives.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and defect management to ensure software quality and performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and success metrics.
• Monitor application performance and support continuous improvement.
• Mentor peers and contribute to engineering best practices and innovation strategies.

What you'll bring:

• Proven expertise in object-oriented programming and documentation-based coding practices.
• Strong technical acumen with experience in code review, debugging, and continuous development.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver scoped features or models through iterative and incremental development.
• Experience integrating AI/ML components and leveraging generative AI tools to enhance software solutions.
• Proficiency in designing scalable, secure, and maintainable software aligned with platform objectives.
• Skilled in full software development lifecycle including CI/CD, automated testing, and observability.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills to engage cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

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 $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, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 5 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 1 year's 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...2914 Se I St, Bentonville, AR 72712-3148, 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.