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(USA) Senior Director, Software Engineering
- Walmart (Sunnyvale, CA)
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Position Summary...
What you'll do...
We are seeking a **Senior Director of Software Engineering** to lead large-scale technology programs powering Walmart International. Reporting to our Vice President of Engineering, you will be responsible for scaling global engineering teams, delivering enterprise-grade platforms, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple markets. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, organizational leadership, and strong partnership skills to drive measurable outcomes at Walmart scale.
About Team
The International Tech organization builds technology that serves customers and associates across more than 5,200 retail units in 23 countries, including Canada, Mexico, Chile, and South Africa. From enhancing digital commerce to modernizing supply chains and associate tools, our teams design and deliver resilient, scalable systems that make shopping easier and more efficient worldwide.
What You’ll Do
+ **Translate Strategy into Action:** Partner with the VP of Engineering, product, and business leaders to align roadmaps and deliver impactful solutions for international markets.
+ **Lead & Grow Global Teams:** Manage senior engineering leaders and directors, scaling high-performing, distributed teams across geographies.
+ **Ensure Delivery Excellence:** Oversee enterprise-grade, cloud-native, distributed platforms with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
+ **Champion Platform Thinking:** Ensure technology solutions are reusable, extensible, and adaptable across Walmart’s international markets.
+ **Foster Innovation:** Promote adoption of modern engineering practices and emerging technologies where they drive measurable value.
+ **Champion Operational Rigor:** Drive engineering standards, SDLC best practices, and DevOps culture to ensure operational excellence.
+ **Collaborate Across Boundaries:** Work with peers and senior stakeholders across Walmart International and Global Tech to align on priorities and deliver results.
+ **Communicate with Impact:** Provide clarity of vision, progress, and outcomes to executive stakeholders, partner teams, and engineering organizations.
What You’ll Bring
+ 15+ years of software engineering experience, with 7+ years in leadership roles managing large, distributed teams.
+ Proven success delivering enterprise-scale cloud and distributed systems.
+ Strong track record leading senior managers and directors; building leadership depth within engineering.
+ Excellent collaboration and communication skills across technical and executive audiences.
+ Customer-first mindset with the ability to connect technology to business impact.
+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
About Walmart Global Tech
At Walmart Global Tech, one line of code can improve the lives of hundreds of millions of people. We build the platforms, products, and services that power the world’s largest retailer. From cloud-native platforms to next-generation commerce experiences, we innovate at scale to reimagine retail.
We are people-led and tech-empowered. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, inclusion, and impact. With hubs in Bentonville, Sunnyvale, Bangalore, Mexico City, and beyond, we provide a unique platform to innovate globally with local relevance.
Benefits
+ Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
+ 401(k) match and stock purchase plan
+ Paid parental and maternity leave, and PTO
+ Comprehensive health plans and wellness programs
+ Career mobility across Walmart’s global footprint
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to serve associates, customers, and communities when we foster inclusion. That means respecting unique experiences, identities, and perspectives—while ensuring every associate feels valued, supported, and empowered to bring their best selves to work.
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 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 9 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
4 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 5 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...
1275 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1103, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
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