Position Summary...What you'll do...About Role: The
Group Director, Software Engineering - Supply Chain Technology Operations will lead the operational strategy, execution, and performance of the technology platforms that power Walmart's end-to-end supply chain network. In this role, you'll drive reliability, scalability, and modernization of mission-critical systems supporting fulfillment, transportation, inventory management, and distribution operations across one of the world's largest supply chains.
This role sits at the intersection of technology and operations partnering closely with Supply Chain Operations, Fulfillment, Transportation, Product, Engineering, Data & AI, and Enterprise Technology teams to deliver resilient, scalable solutions that enable Walmart to serve customers faster, more efficiently, and at lower cost.
The position is based in Bentonville, AR and reports to the Vice President, Technology Operations.
What You will do: - Defining and executing Walmart's Supply Chain Technology Operations strategy, ensuring highly available, resilient, and scalable platforms that support fulfillment and transportation operations.
- Driving AI and automation initiatives that improve operational efficiency, reduce manual effort, and enable proactive issue detection and resolution.
- Leading operational excellence programs that enhance system reliability, reduce incident volume, and improve service performance across supply chain technology platforms.
- Partnering with Supply Chain, Fulfillment, Transportation, Product, Engineering, and Data & AI teams to accelerate innovation and technology adoption.
- Building world-class teams and operational capabilities that support Walmart's continued growth and transformation.
- Optimizing technology investments while improving speed, cost efficiency, associate productivity, and customer experience across the supply chain ecosystem.
What you will bring: - You have extensive experience leading large-scale technology operations in supply chain, logistics, retail, or other highly complex operational environments.
- You have a proven track record of improving platform reliability, operational performance, and service delivery through modern engineering and operational practices.
- You understand how to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to drive productivity, reduce operational complexity, and improve decision-making.
- You excel at building and leading high-performing teams while influencing across business, product, engineering, and operations organizations.
- You are a strategic thinker who can translate technology investments into measurable business value and operational outcomes.
- You have experience managing large-scale distributed systems, cloud platforms, and mission-critical operational technologies.
Benefits:Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
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 8 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 10 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
5 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 6 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...2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America
