Senior Director, Software Engineering
Software Engineering, Sales & Business Development
USD 160k-416k / year + Equity
Posted on Jul 7, 2026
Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Role summary:
The Senior Director, Software Engineering, leads the strategic direction and execution of complex engineering programs with a focus on AI/ML-enhanced solutions. This role oversees architecture, software delivery, and product strategy to ensure scalable, high-quality systems aligned with business objectives. The position requires collaboration across teams to drive innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement while fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability. The leader mentors senior engineers, manages stakeholder relationships, and champions the adoption of emerging technologies to support long-term organizational growth and adaptability.
About the team:
Walmart Data Ventures delivers first-party consumer data to empower suppliers with actionable insights for optimized omnichannel operations. The Data Venture Engineering team builds and manages a global platform emphasizing reliability, scalability, and operational excellence. Operating with agility, the team drives innovation and high-quality product delivery. The Senior Director of Software Engineering leads efforts to enhance system reliability and scalability, leveraging advanced technologies to build maintainable products efficiently. This leadership role fosters continuous improvement and operational best practices, supporting Walmart’s commitment to data-driven decision-making and strong supplier collaboration.
What you'll do:
- Lead end-to-end execution of engineering programs focused on AI/ML-enhanced solutions, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
- Provide architectural guidance across backend, frontend, and mobile technologies to standardize and accelerate software delivery.
- Collaborate with Product and Program Management to align roadmaps, define milestones, and drive AI-driven software product strategy.
- Cultivate engineering talent through mentorship, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous growth.
- Ensure technical quality and business alignment by making informed decisions and resolving project challenges.
- Promote innovation by identifying improvement opportunities and integrating emerging technologies.
What you'll bring:
- Extensive experience leading engineering programs with a focus on AI/ML-enhanced software solutions and cloud-native technologies.
- Proven expertise in software architecture, system design, and scalable solution delivery across multiple technology stacks.
- Strong skills in stakeholder management, project and product management, and driving technology roadmaps.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor senior leaders, and foster a culture of technical excellence.
- Proficiency in DevOps architecture, continuous integration/delivery, and cloud financial management (FinOps).
- Strategic mindset with experience aligning engineering initiatives to business goals and driving innovation.
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.
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.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
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.
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.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Bentonville, Arkansas US-10735: The annual salary range for this position is $160,000.00 - $320,000.00
Sunnyvale, California US-11656: The annual salary range for this position is $208,000.00 - $416,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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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 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.
