(USA) Senior, Data Engineer-5 - Item Catalog Governance

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Drive the execution and governance of catalog specs, schemas, and rules—turning them into scalable capabilities that power omni experiences and real-world operations. This role sits at the center of cross-functional delivery, ensuring product data solutions are planned, aligned, and successfully implemented across tech, stores, and supply chain. Manage a big business and be a true subject matter expert in your category. Strategize and choose the assortment in stores and online.

Requirements

Strong program management skills with the ability to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution
Ability to translate ambiguous business needs into clear requirements, roadmaps, and actionable plans
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills to align teams, manage dependencies, and drive accountability
Sharp problem-solving mindset with a bias for identifying risks early and removing blockers quickly
Comfort operating in data-heavy environments, with the ability to use metrics to track progress and drive decisions
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 3 years' experience in software engineering or related field.
5 years’ experience in software engineering or related field.
Master's degree in Computer Science and 1 year’s experience in software engineering or related field.
2 years' experience in data engineering, database engineering, business intelligence, or business analytics.

Nice To Haves

Data engineering, database engineering, business intelligence, or business analytics, ETL tools and working with large data sets in the cloud
Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 3 years' experience in software engineering
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.
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.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end program execution for catalog and product data initiatives, driving planning, milestones, and delivery across multiple teams
Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (engineering, product, operations, business) to align on priorities, dependencies, and timelines.
Identify risks, gaps, and blockers early, and actively drive resolution to keep programs on track
Translate high-level business goals into actionable roadmaps, execution plans, and measurable outcomes
Track progress, communicate status clearly to leadership, and ensure delivery against committed impact

Benefits

Competitive pay
Performance-based bonus awards
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement
Jury duty
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)