The IT Nerd

Walmart Inc. has announced plans today to make Toronto, Ontario and Atlanta, Georgia two new Walmart Global Tech hubs because of their growing tech presence, connection to Walmart and broad and diverse local talent. The expansion is part of Walmart Global Tech’s plan to hire more than 5,000 associates globally this fiscal year.  

Walmart Global Tech plans to make Toronto one of its larger hubs, with hundreds of new jobs over time. The initial hiring phase is expected to include 45 full-time roles in software development, technical program management and product management. Initial hiring in Atlanta is expected to include 140 new full-time roles such as data scientists and software engineers.

The launch of a technology hub in Toronto keeps homegrown tech talent on Canadian soil and is in addition to Walmart’s longstanding local commitment. In 2020, Walmart Canada announced a $3.5 billion investment to make the online and in-store experience simpler, faster and more convenient for Walmart Canada’s customers. Deploying the latest technology throughout the business – from supply chain to associates – is a major part of the investment.

With the addition of the Toronto and Atlanta hubs, Walmart Global Tech will have 16 technology hubs, including teams in Seattle, WA and Chennai, India that launched last year. Walmart Global Tech is the fastest growing corporate team inside the world’s leading retailer. More technologists are choosing Walmart as the place to grow impactful careers and the company continues to invest in its tech associates.  In the last fiscal year, Walmart Global Tech grew by 26% to 20,000 associates and 20% of the Global Tech team earned a promotion.

Roles that are currently open for all locations are available on the careers webpage, careers.walmart.com/technology. 

Here is a crowd pleasing collection from Walmart Canada, which includes practical gear for the seasoned players to classic throwbacks for the nostalgic gamers! Walmart has everything you need at every day low prices– both in-store and online.

• TCL 50″ 5-Series 4K UHD Dolby Vision HDR QLED Roku Smart TV, $448 – Walmart.ca
• RCA 65″ 4K QLED Roku Smart TV, $648 – Walmart.ca
• PlayStation 5 Console PLUS extra DualSense™, $719.92 – Walmart.ca
• Nintendo Switch with Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy‑Con (Nintendo Switch), $399.96 – Walmart.ca
• Nintendo Switch™ Lite – Turquoise (Nintendo Switch), $259.96 – Walmart.ca
• GAME & WATCH: SUPER MARIO BROS. (Game & Watch), $69.96 – Walmart.ca
• Retro Family Video Mini Console With 620 Games Classic Home Tv Game Hd, $49.92 – Walmart.ca

Easter Eggs:

• Turtle Beach® Recon 70 Gaming Headset for Nintendo Switch™, $49.96 – Walmart.ca
• Borne True Wireless Stereo Earbuds, $12.97 – Walmart.ca
• Mario Kart Racing Wheel Pro Mini (Nintendo Switch), $99.96 – Walmart.ca
• Accessories Kit for Nintendo Switch Lite – Accessories Bundle, $43.99 – Walmart.ca
• PlayStation®5 HD Camera, $79.96 – Walmart.ca
• PlayStation®5 Media Remote, $89.99 – Walmart.ca
• PlayStation®5 PULSE 3D™ wireless headset, $129.96 – Walmart.ca

No Campers here:

• Super Mario Odyssey (Nintendo Switch), $109.99 – Walmart.ca
• New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (Nintendo Switch), $94.99 – Walmart.ca
• Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Nintendo Switch), $94.99 – Walmart.ca
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Nintendo Switch), $79.96 – Walmart.ca
• Immortals Fenyx Rising (PS5), $79.96 – Walmart.ca
• Watch Dogs Legion (PS5), $79.96 – Walmart.ca
• Just Dance 2021 (PS5), $39.96 – Walmart.ca

Check these gifts in store at Walmart as well as Walmart.ca

If you’re looking for some great gift ideas, check out some of the ideas that Walmart has for you:

Nintendo Switch $399.96

Who remembers playing Nintendo in the 90s? This gaming icon has evolved but always stayed true to the classics. Nintendo Switch allows you to play the games you want, wherever you are, however you like. If you’re looking for a more personal handheld option, there is the Nintendo Switch™ Lite too!

Just Dance $59.99

Nothing says fun like dancing. Unwind this holiday season by grooving and shaking in your living room. Just Dance 2021 is a way to truly dance like no one’s watching and express yourself. For every mood, every attitude, every vibe, every squad, every troop, every crew, every you. Just Dance provides a way to connect and celebrate our individuality, together. Just Dance 2021 is about more than dancing, it is a way to feel connected and keep active during a time of separation. Players can challenge and dance with people online to feel that they are part of a community. 

Google Nest Hub $69.99

Give the gift of a personal assistant. The Google Nest Hub can be linked to compatible smart home products to control everything from your thermostat to TV. We can take calls from our wrist and buy our groceries online so why are we still manually flipping the light switch?

Merkury Innovations Smart Wi-Fi LED Strips $29.98

Control your mood lighting from a-n-y-w-h-e-r-e with Merkury Innovations Smart Wi-Fi LED Strips. Create your own mini lightshow by scheduling lighting based around your lifestyle.

Everything that you see here is available at your local Walmart store or at Walmart.ca. Check them out today.

Walmart Canada has announced the launch of its new online shopping application for iPhone and Android users. Canadians can get their shopping done quickly, conveniently and anywhere they are.

The app promises to help customers browse and check out efficiently with features such as:

• Your Favourites: Save time with quick access to weekly shopping items selected by the customer
• Flyer Features: Browse online weekly flyer products
• Rollback Alerts: Save money with a notification any time one of your favourite items is on Rollback
• Barcode Scanning: Get access to ratings and reviews of products while in store – as well as confirming price
• Grocery PickUp: Book a time to pick up your online grocery order (Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa Area only currently)

The app is available for download now for iPhone and for Android.