Director, Software Engineering

Walmart

. Lead execution of complex software, data, and ML systems .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • United StatesLead💰 $169,000 - $338,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex software engineering projects, overseeing the full software development lifecycle, and driving AI/ML-enabled product development. Proficient in stakeholder management, capacity planning, and implementing DevOps practices for enhanced system performance.

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Software Development Lifecycle ManagementDevOps PracticesAI/ML Product DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementCloud Cost Optimization

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringArchitectureDeploymentMonitoringMaintenanceCapacity PlanningSystem OptimizationObservability ToolsProgramming LanguagesContinuous Process Improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentorshipCoachingCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's Degree in Computer EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Computer Information SystemsBachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

Industry Keywords

AI/ML SystemsCross-Functional TeamsHigh-Performing TeamsEngineering VelocityIntegration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead execution of complex software, data, and ML systems
Ensure 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
Collaborate with product and data teams to deliver AI/ML-enabled features and agentic systems
Manage cross-functional dependencies and align roadmaps with organizational priorities
Engage stakeholders effectively
Foster high-performing teams through mentorship, coaching, and professional development
Implement cloud cost optimization
Champion DevOps practices to enhance engineering velocity and system health

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor'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; OR 8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area
3 years' supervisory experience
Proven leadership managing complex software engineering projects
Expertise overseeing full software development lifecycles
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
Skilled in stakeholder management, capacity planning, and continuous process improvement
Demonstrated problem-solving aptitude and strategic thinking in technology and product management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus awards
Medical, vision and dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO, 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 Walmart-paid education benefit
Paid tuition, books, and fees for eligible education programs