Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Walmart, Inc.

$110K — $220K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Bentonville, AR
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in software engineering.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Strong background in AI/ML systems integration.
  • Proven ability in managing complex engineering projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of software and AI/ML systems while aligning with strategic milestones.
  • Oversee shared infrastructure and tooling for secure and scalable development.
  • Drive the full software development lifecycle with a focus on CI/CD and DevOps.
  • Guide architectural decisions for system design to ensure performance and maintainability.
  • Mentor engineering teams to enhance technical capabilities and foster innovation.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships to prioritize engineering efforts and unblock progress.
  • Track metrics to evaluate platform performance and guide improvements.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Multiple health plans available
  • Performance-based incentive awards
Full Job Description
Position Summary...
The Senior Manager, Software Engineering leads platform-level execution of software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and roadmap milestones. This role oversees shared infrastructure, tooling, and frameworks to support scalable, secure development while driving full lifecycle management across multiple teams. The position champions Application Delivery, DevOps practices, cloud cost optimization, and technical excellence to deliver high-availability systems. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, the role guides architectural decisions, mentors engineers, and manages complex initiatives to achieve business goals with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

What you'll do...
  • Lead platform-level execution of software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with domain priorities and roadmap milestones.
  • Oversee shared infrastructure, tooling, and frameworks to support scalable, secure, and reusable development.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle, promoting DevOps architecture, CI/CD practices, and cloud cost optimization.
  • Guide architectural reviews and system design decisions to ensure maintainability, extensibility, and performance.
  • Mentor engineers and managers, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Manage stakeholder relationships to define priorities, unblock progress, and align engineering efforts with business goals.
  • Establish and track operational and engineering metrics to assess platform success and guide enhancements.


What you'll bring:
  • Extensive experience leading platform engineering initiatives with a focus on scalable, secure, and maintainable software systems.
  • Proven expertise in driving full software development lifecycle, including DevOps architecture, CI/CD, and cloud cost optimization.
  • Strong technical judgment with the ability to guide architectural decisions and system integration across multiple teams.
  • Demonstrated success managing complex projects, stakeholder relationships, and aligning engineering efforts with strategic business goals.
  • Skilled in mentoring and developing engineering talent to foster innovation and technical excellence.
  • Proficient in AI/ML integration and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced software products.


Benefits:
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.

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








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 5 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 7 years' experience in software engineering or related area.
2 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 3 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...

2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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