(USA) Principal, Software Engineer- Agent Builder

Position Summary

Walmart is transforming the way we solve business problems and launching Walmart’s first “biz/tech” role. We're enabling a future where a single person can own, design, and deploy powerful AI‑driven agents that get work done—without needing a team or technical background. We are looking for Agent Builders—problem solvers who are passionate about speed, simplification, and impact. As an Agent Builder, you'll leverage our self‑service agent building tools—featuring low‑code/no‑code interfaces and natural language chat interfaces—to design and deploy agents that automate complex workflows across Walmart. You’ll be solving big problems end‑to‑end, enabling rapid iteration, and making processes dramatically more efficient. The role is ideal for self‑starters who think holistically, simplify fearlessly, and execute with urgency.

Job location: Bentonville, AR

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What You’ll Do

• Use a low‑code/no‑code agent‑building platform to build and deploy software agents that solve complex business problems.
• Translate business challenges into agent‑driven automation by chaining together APIs, triggers, LLM functions, and data workflows.
• Rapidly iterate on agent design using natural language interfaces and workflow visualizers.
• Own solutions from start to finish—no handoffs, no dependencies—just results.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to understand upstream and downstream implications of automation.
• Continuously improve agent performance by monitoring execution and applying first‑principles thinking to optimize or re‑architect as needed.
• Be a champion of change—challenge legacy thinking, push boundaries, and drive action.
• Act as a force multiplier by enabling other business stakeholders to think in terms of agents and automation.
• Your success will be measured by sales growth, cost savings, and time savings, not the number of agents you build.

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Who You Are

• A generalist who loves solving problems end‑to‑end.
• Biased for action—you build before you book meetings.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and energized by new challenges.
• Obsessed with speed, simplification, and tangible outcomes.
• Not afraid to ask “why,” challenge orthodoxy, or break the mold.

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Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a business, operations, product, strategy, or generalist role with proven track record of results.
• Familiarity with basic technical concepts (APIs, microservices, LLMs, triggers, webhooks, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills with a systems‑thinking mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think independently and simplify complex problems using first principles.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI/LLM applications, prompt engineering, or automation tools.
• Understanding of retail, ecommerce, supply chain, merchandising, or logistics operations.
• Prior experience in a fast‑moving, high‑growth environment.

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Benefits

• Competitive pay plus performance‑based bonus awards.
• Health benefits: medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits: 401(k), stock purchase, company‑paid life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• PTO/PPTO can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes; amount depends on job classification and length of employment and meets or exceeds applicable paid sick‑leave laws.
• Live Better U: Walmart‑paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates (high school completion to bachelor's degrees, English Language Learning, short‑form certificates). Tuition, books, and fees are fully paid by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements may apply to some benefits and depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

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

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Salary

• Annual salary range: $110,000.00 – $220,000.00
• Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses and may include 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, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
• Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

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Preferred Qualifications (Additional)

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.
• Candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly are valued.
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and commitment to Walmart’s accessibility standards and inclusive culture.

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Primary Location

2501 SE J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America

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Workplace Policy

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a zero‑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.