(USA) Director, Software Engineering
About The Position
The Director, Software Engineering leads execution and delivery of complex software, data, and AI/ML systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, integration, and alignment with strategic objectives. The role oversees the full software development lifecycle, champions DevOps practices, drives cloud cost optimization, and provides technical ownership to meet business goals. It also promotes continuous improvement and a culture of integrity, innovation, and operational excellence. The position is part of Walmart Global Tech’s Marketplace Engineering team, which supports a fast-growing eCommerce platform and enables sellers to manage storefronts, product listings, pricing, and inventory. The team builds resilient systems for pre- and post-order experiences, uses real-time data, and integrates with partner platforms across the Walmart ecosystem. The Director works with product, data, and other cross-functional teams to align roadmaps and priorities, deliver AI/ML-enabled features and agentic systems, manage dependencies, and support business growth. The role also develops high-performing teams through mentorship, coaching, and professional development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or a related area and 6 years of experience in software engineering or a related area; alternatively, 8 years of experience in software engineering or a related area.
- 3 years of supervisory experience.
- Proven leadership managing complex software engineering projects, with a focus on system reliability, scalability, and integration.
- Expertise overseeing software development lifecycles, including architecture, deployment, and maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of DevOps practices, observability tools, and cloud cost optimization strategies.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to align technology roadmaps and project milestones.
- Ability to drive AI/ML-enabled product development and integrate agentic systems using modern programming languages.
- Skill in stakeholder management, capacity planning, and continuous process improvement.
- Demonstrated problem-solving aptitude and strategic thinking in technology and product management.
Responsibilities
- Lead execution of complex software, data, and ML systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and integration across platforms.
- Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including architecture, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
- Drive backlog prioritization, capacity planning, and system optimization to support business growth and technical excellence.
- Collaborate with product and data teams to deliver AI/ML-enabled features and agentic systems.
- Manage cross-functional dependencies, align roadmaps with organizational priorities, and engage stakeholders effectively.
- Foster high-performing teams through mentorship, coaching, and professional development.
- Implement cloud cost optimization and champion DevOps practices to improve engineering velocity and system health.
- Promote continuous improvement and a culture of integrity, innovation, and operational excellence.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off, including sick leave
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U education benefit, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs
- Performance-based bonuses
- Stock compensation for certain positions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
