(USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security
In short. (USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security at Walmart: a full-time lead or staff-level role, on-site in Bentonville, AR. Posted salary: $110K – $220K. Skills mentioned: Python, CI/CD, LLMs, AI agents. Posted Nov 2, 2026, checked on the employer's site 9 min ago.
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Summary
As a Principal Software Engineer in Information Security, you will lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable software solutions that align with business objectives. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to address complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with security standards.
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What you'll do
Role summary:As a Principal Software Engineer in Information Security, you will lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable software solutions that align with business objectives. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to address complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with security standards. You will guide development practices, oversee code quality, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Leveraging expertise in software architecture, coding, and security frameworks, you will influence technical strategy and deliver solutions that protect critical assets while supporting organizational goals.
About the team:
The AI Security Team designs and maintains advanced security frameworks to protect AI-driven assets enterprise-wide. They address risks associated with Generative AI and Agentic Workflows, including prompt injection and model supply chain challenges. Leveraging expertise in systems engineering, cloud migration, continuous integration, and software development, the team builds secure, scalable infrastructure. Their proactive approach strengthens defenses against emerging threats, ensuring robust protection of critical resources. This team supports the delivery of innovative AI solutions while upholding resilient security measures aligned with enterprise standards and best practices.
What you'll do:
- Threat modeling agent systems. Knowledge of frameworks like the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications and MITRE ATLAS, .
- Securing tools, MCP servers and integrations. review tool schemas and descriptions, validate inputs and outputs, and sandbox code execution and browsing.
- Securing multi-agent and agent-to-agent communication. scoped delegation, and protection against privilege escalation or injected instructions.
- Secure software supply chain and model governance. This covers vetting base models and fine-tunes, such as the open-weight derivatives
- Governance, policy and collaboration. Work with security, legal, privacy and product teams to set autonomy levels, define acceptable use, and align with standards like NIST AI RMF.
What you'll bring:
- Extensive experience in software engineering with strong proficiency in Python and coding standards.
- Deep understanding of information security principles, AI security, and agentic AI systems.
- Proven ability to design scalable, secure software architectures and solutions aligned with business requirements.
- Expertise in stakeholder management, including identification, engagement, and communication to influence technical outcomes.
- Skilled in driving telemetry implementation, defect management, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes.
- Strong analytical skills to translate business needs into technical solutions and lead cross-functional collaboration.
- Experience guiding teams on coding frameworks, testing strategies, and quality assurance best practices.
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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock
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, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 5years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
Preferred Qualifications
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Certification in Security+, GISF, CISSP, CCSP, or GSEC, Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 3 years’ experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects, 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
805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, 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.Opens Walmart's own application page. No sign-up on Sudo Get Job.
