Walmart Systems and Infrastructure Engineer

Walmart Systems and Infrastructure Engineer

Company Overview:

Walmart is a global leader in retail, committed to providing a safe and efficient environment for both associates and customers. The team you will join focuses on managing critical facility operations, ensuring seamless functionality of data centers, and supporting all maintenance needs across utility plants, air-conditioning systems, and building management systems. This role contributes to Walmart’s mission by maintaining operational excellence, safety, and reliability within critical infrastructure.

Role and Responsibilities of Walmart Systems and Infrastructure Engineer:

In this role, you will manage technical operations within critical facility data centers, ensuring optimal performance of electrical, mechanical, and automation systems. You will lead preventive maintenance and troubleshoot complex equipment while coordinating with third-party vendors to maintain operational standards.

• Manage third-party vendor teams, including electrical and mechanical partners
• Make proactive decisions to ensure operational efficiency
• Troubleshoot and take corrective action for malfunctions and breakdowns in heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning systems, pumps, coils, and fans
• Observe and adhere to all prescribed work and safety compliance rules and regulations
• Inspect and examine chillers, air compressors, heat exchangers, medium and low voltage switchgear, and auxiliary equipment to locate operational defects
• Manage chemicals for cooling towers, chillers, or other critical facility systems
• Manage electrical voltage distribution and controls including UPS systems, PDUs, generators, and switchgear
• Monitor and update the Energy Management Controls System and BMS systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, installations, inspections, troubleshooting, adjustments, repairs, and replacements for rotating equipment including pumps and motors
• Perform inspections and tests on refrigeration systems, safety devices, and controls for efficiency and compliance with safety regulations

Required Skills and Experience of Walmart Systems and Infrastructure Engineer:

• Extensive experience (5+ years) in one or more of the following areas: medium electrical voltage distribution and controls including emergency power, mechanical systems, or building management and automation controls
• Knowledge of and ability to supervise work on utility plant mechanical and electrical systems and components
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, information technology, or related field with 2 years of relevant experience, OR 3 years of relevant experience without a degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, information technology, or related field
• Experience creating inclusive digital experiences and implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating accessibility best practices into operations

Compensation and Benefits of Walmart Systems and Infrastructure Engineer:

• Annual salary range: $80,000 - $155,000 with additional annual or quarterly performance bonuses
• Stock options for eligible positions
• Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off including PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting
• Additional benefits including short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, and adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U education program covering tuition, books, and fees for high school completion, bachelor's degrees, English language learning, and short-form certificates

About Walmart:

Walmart is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where associates are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. The Walmart prioritizes ethical standards, safety, and operational excellence while promoting continuous learning and development opportunities. Walmart provides a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and positive impact for associates, customers, and the wider community.

FAQ:

Q: What is an Infrastructure System Engineer?

A: They design, build, deploy, and maintain IT infrastructure to ensure systems run efficiently and reliably.

Q: Is a System Engineer an IT job?

A: Yes, it is a core IT role focused on networks, servers, software systems, and security.

Q: Is being a System Engineer stressful?

A: It can be, due to managing critical systems, high responsibilities, and the need for continuous learning.

Q: Can a Systems Engineer be entry-level?

A: Many start in entry-level IT roles like systems or network administrator before advancing to a systems engineer position.