Staff, Software Engineer, Information Security

• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role
• This is a full-time, onsite role at our Dallas, TX office.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.

We are VIZIO, part of Walmart, a leading smart TV platform. Our Information Security team works with open-source software to provide innovative, cutting-edge , and secure solutions. Our team owns open-source license compliance, security automation, and vulnerability management across our embedded software platforms.

We are a dynamic group that uses cutting-edge tools to automate audits, produce Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), and ensure our products meet the highest security standards. We value problem-solving, autonomy, and collaboration, and believe in empowering our team members to architect solutions and drive compliance in a fast-moving environment.

As a Staff, Software Engineer, Information Security at Walmart, you will oversee the security and compliance of open-source integrations that drive our business forward. Join us and leverage your skills to make a significant difference in our fast-paced and dynamic environment.

We’re focused on learning, doing something new and valuable, and encouraging our team to do the same. We are looking for a highly competent Staff-level Software Engineer with deep expertise in embedded C/C++ development and a strong focus on information security. If you have a proven track record of transitioning from embedded engineering into DevSecOps, AppSec, or Compliance roles, we would like to hear from you.

A successful candidate will contribute domain expertise and make high-impact individual contributions related to open-source compliance and automated security gates. This position is an Individual Contributor role. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative team here at VIZIO and to accomplish this, we are in the office 5 days a week in our Dallas, TX office.

Are you ready to lead and innovate at one of the world's largest retail giants?

Our Technology Team is at the forefront of driving Walmart's digital transformation. We are dedicated to developing innovative solutions that enhance customer experience and streamline our operations .

• Lead open-source compliance & security: Evaluate proposed libraries (GPL/MPL/MIT/Apache), document obligations, and guide compliant implementation across embedded platforms.

• Drive vulnerability management: Integrate and triage results from SAST/DAST/SCA scanners ( CodeQL , SonarQube) and oversee remediation across firmware and supporting services.

• Automate DevSecOps pipelines: Design and enforce CI/CD security gates, automate audits, and produce software bill of materials (SBOMs) using GitHub/GitLab.

• Govern build engineering & artifacts: Standardize reproducible builds ( CMake , Clang/LLVM) and manage dependency health checks via JFrog Artifactory/Xray.

• Conduct risk assessments: Identify threats, recommend mitigating controls, and champion security best practices through documentation and developer training.

• Experience: 8+ years in embedded software development (Linux kernel, device/firmware) with 2+ years in a security-focused role (DevSecOps/AppSec/Compliance).

• Education: BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Security certifications like CISSP/CSSLP are a plus).

• Programming Proficiency: Strong in C and C++, with proficiency in Python or JavaScript for automation and tooling.

• Licensing & Security Expertise: Deep, practical familiarity with open-source licenses (GPL/LGPL/MPL/Apache) and SBOM tooling (SPDX/ CycloneDX ).

• Build & Pipeline Tools: Hands-on experience with modern CI/CD practices, CMake , cross-compilers, and artifact governance.

• Vulnerability Triage: Skilled at interpreting and acting upon SAST/DAST/IAST security scan results.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Walmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer – by choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions while being welcoming of all people.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 4years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Option 2: 6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Certification in Security+, GISF, CISSP, CCSP, or GSEC, Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 2 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.

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