Walmart Principal Software Engineer Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

13 - 19 years exp.

₹37.5 Lakhs - ₹1.5 Crore

Avg. annual salary

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Principal Software Engineer Salary at Walmart ranges between ₹37.5 Lakhs to ₹1.5 Crore per year for employees with experience between 13 years to 19 years. Salary estimates are based on 36 latest salaries received from... Read more

159% more than the average Principal Software Engineer Salary in Retail Companies for 13 - 19 years of experience

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What are the roles & responsibilities of a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart?

Technical Leadership

Guide and mentor a team of engineers
Lead design discussions and code reviews
Drive the adoption of coding standards and best practices
Act as a technical authority providing direction and expertise

Software Development

Architect complex software systems for performance and scalability
Build and optimize APIs and services for various applications
Develop and manage data pipelines ensuring data accuracy
Create high-quality, scalable, and resilient enterprise products

Collaboration and Communication

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business goals
Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Engage with product management to drive the agenda
Participate in hiring and building high-performing teams

Continuous Improvement

Stay updated with industry trends and best practices
Measure and improve product and operational performance
Troubleshoot coding problems quickly and efficiently
Conduct root cause analysis to identify improvement opportunities

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Last Updated: 24 Jun 2025

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Walmart Principal Software Engineer salaries by

Years of experience	Avg. annual salary
13 years (5 salaries)	₹88 L/yr - ₹1.3 Cr/yr
14 years (6 salaries)	₹80 L/yr - ₹1.5 Cr/yr
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15+ years (25 salaries)	₹34 L/yr - ₹1.3 Cr/yr

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4.0

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Software Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• updated on 19 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

- Basic office facilities available. - Some perks like free food, cab service, and gym membership. - Skill development allowance (₹10,000) provided. - Annual health check-up is covered.

Dislikes

...rformance review process—biased and unstructured, leading to unfair evaluations. Minimal or no salary hikes, even after a year of hard work. - Hostile work culture—internal politics and favoritism lead to mental harassment and job dissatisfaction.

Salary - Bad

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Software Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• updated on 22 Aug 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

...fe balance. - Product Team in US so your expected to attend meetings late night. - No team outings in name of cost cutting , when asked to Managers they say atleasts you will have your job.

Salary - Bad

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Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• updated on 07 May 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing good with this company

Dislikes

...omplaining against manager to HR and higher management, no action will be taken. Instead they will give you worst rating, 0% hike 0%bonus. And also in some cases they will try to put you on PIP then fire you. So don’t join this company. Also if your manager name to be Pradeep Gupta or your project going to be OMS, never join. He will make your life hell.

Skill development - Bad

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Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• updated on 31 May 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

None

Work-life balance - Good

Dislikes

Lots of politics, compensation mediocre. They focus less on career growth and more on making noise. So it doesn't matter what one did, only perception. Walmart is not a tech company but driven by their business goals, so innovation is years behind peers and worst part about them is their internal tools which we are forced to use under the name of security. The cherry on top is the worst in class documentation of said tools. If one can handle demeaning, micromanagement, it does have great work life balance., but that would again depend on manager. Dont join if you have other options.

Salary - Bad

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Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• updated on 07 Aug 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Perks, salary and brand value

Job security - Excellent

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Dislikes

No innovation. Work in India is mostly to serve store clients in us. Pathetic way of gathering requirements and then delivering to production without taking into account wheather someone will be using it or not

Work satisfaction - Poor

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Walmart Principal Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Software Engineer at Walmart ?

The average salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart in India typically ranges from ₹37.5 Lakhs to ₹145.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 13 years to 19 years).

The top 10% of Principal Software Engineer at Walmart earn more than ₹130.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹145.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Software Engineer Salaries at Walmart can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 30+ Walmart employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart in India typically ranges from ₹4,75,327 to ₹4,88,452 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹37.5 Lakhs to ₹145.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 13 years to 19 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 30+ salaries received from various employees of Walmart. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart ?

To be a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart in india, the key skills required include:

- Data Structures
- SQL
- Computer science
- Consulting
- Agile

These skills are highly valued at Walmart and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a Principal Software Engineer in companies similar to Walmart in India?

The salary of a Principal Software Engineer at companies similar to Walmart in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Lowe's	₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹91.3 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Dell	₹16.4 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year
Oracle	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹59.2 Lakhs per year
Accion Labs	₹10.9 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart in India?

The salary growth for a Principal Software Engineer at Walmart depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Software Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Walmart:

Experience	Average Salary Range
13 years	₹88.0 Lakhs to ₹131.0 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹80.0 Lakhs to ₹145.0 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹34.0 Lakhs to ₹131.0 Lakhs per year

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Top skills at Walmart for Principal Software Engineer

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Walmart Principal Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹37.5 Lakhs to ₹1.5 Crore with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 36 Walmart latest salaries received from various employees of Walmart.