Group Director, Software Engineering

Group Director, Software Engineering

  • Location BENTONVILLE, AR
  • Career Area Software Development and Engineering
  • Job Function Software Engineering and Architecture
  • Employment Type Regular/Permanent
  • Position Type Salary
  • Requisition WD2195290

What you'll do at

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

What you'll do...

Are you passionate about solving complex problems, building scalable and resilient platforms, growing and developing technical teams, and have a passion for supply chain?  If so, you will want to consider this role as Group Director, Software Engineering – Warehouse Management. 


About Team:

We are on a journey to build Walmart’s Warehouse Management System platform and leverage it across our enterprise – including US Walmart, Sam’s Club and Walmart International. The right candidate will be on the front-side of this initiative helping influence and shape the platform and its adoption. We are a fortune 1 company, however we have to execute like a startup. If you have a passion for innovation with a background in warehouse management, this role might be what you're looking for.

What you'll do:

As Group Director of Engineering for Warehouse Management, you will be managing a team of engineers. The role entails the following responsibilities:

  • Own, influence, and execution of product roadmaps for key Growth areas.
  • Work with a team of Architects and Tech Leads to define, own and implement the technology strategy for providing deep insights, recommendations to drive growth
  • Manage the engineering organization through other directors and senior engineering managers.
  • Hire talent, mentor and grow the team
  • Drive e2e solutions across the supply chain
  • Drive and measure operational and engineering excellence across the organization
  • Partner with other functional leaders to build and accelerate roadmap
  • Do effective stakeholder management, combining communication, interpersonal, and strategic skills to build relationships, manage expectations, and achieve shared goals across business, operations, product, and engineering teams.
  • Proactively monitor, identify, and resolve customer issues.


What you'll bring:

Experience in Data, developing Platforms (frontend and backend) and distributed systems. 

• Strong senior level engineering leadership expertise in medium to large size company.

• Proven experience in hiring and mentoring world-class engineering teams

• Leading large-scale systems in fast-paced environments, startup experience is a plus

• Expertise in multiple distributed technologies (e.g. Spark/Storm, Kafka, Microservices. Etc)

• Experience in one or more public cloud technologies like GCP, Azure, etc. 

• Experience in working in large teams using CI/CD and agile methodologies. 

• Excellent communication skills. 

• BS or MS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and 15+ years of industry experience.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $195,000.00-$370,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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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, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and
8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Option 2: 10 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

5 years' supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 6 years' experience in software engineering or related area, 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 America

About Walmart

At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability—and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries—all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?

Walmart Inc. 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, abilities, ideas and opinions- while welcoming all people.

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All the benefits you need for you and your family

  • Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents
  • Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Pay during military service
  • Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental
  • Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth

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 specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.

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