Walmart

(USA) Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Walmart$143K — $286K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with 5 years' experience in software engineering, or 7 years' total experience without a degree.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Strong expertise in DevOps architecture and CI/CD practices.
  • Proven experience managing complex technical initiatives with effective stakeholder collaboration.
  • Proficiency in software architecture and system design for scalable platforms.
  • Skilled in mentoring engineers and conducting code reviews.
  • Excellent project management skills focusing on milestone tracking.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the execution of software and AI/ML systems, aligning with strategic priorities.
  • Oversee shared infrastructure, tooling, and frameworks for scalable development.
  • Drive the full software development lifecycle across teams, promoting DevOps and CI/CD best practices.
  • Manage cloud cost optimization and enhance operational efficiency through automation.
  • Mentor engineers and guide architectural decisions while ensuring compliance with standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project priorities and deliver initiatives on time.
  • Establish and monitor metrics to drive continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Financial benefits such as 401(k) plan options and company-paid life insurance.
  • Generous paid time off including PTO, parental leave, and bereavement leave.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus company discounts.
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement under family support programs.
  • Live Better U education benefit program covering tuition for various academic pursuits.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role 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 infrastructure, tooling, and frameworks that support scalable, secure development while driving full lifecycle management across multiple teams. The position champions DevOps practices, cloud cost optimization, and technical excellence, fostering collaboration across engineering, product, and data teams. By mentoring engineers and managing complex initiatives, this leader ensures high system availability, innovation, and continuous improvement aligned with business objectives and operational goals.
About the team:

The team develops identity and security services for Sam's Club, delivering secure and efficient software solutions that protect member information. Leading engineers, the team applies Agile methodologies to drive adaptive planning and rapid delivery. Collaborating closely with program and product managers, they prioritize engineering efforts to meet business goals. The team manages multiple projects by identifying operational needs, removing obstacles, and supporting continuous learning. Focused on quality and innovation, they ensure scalable, maintainable systems that enhance the shopping experience while promoting technical excellence and stakeholder alignment across cross-functional groups.
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 ML frameworks to support scalable, secure, and reusable development.
  • Drive full software development lifecycle across multiple teams, promoting DevOps architecture and CI/CD best practices.
  • Manage cloud cost optimization and enhance automation, telemetry, and tooling to improve operational efficiency.
  • Mentor engineers, guide architectural decisions, and ensure adherence to coding, security, and compliance standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define priorities, track milestones, and deliver complex technical initiatives on time.
  • Establish and monitor operational and engineering metrics to drive continuous improvement and technical excellence.

What you'll bring:
  • Proven experience leading platform engineering and software development lifecycle across multiple teams.
  • Strong expertise in DevOps architecture, CI/CD practices, and cloud financial management.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical initiatives with effective stakeholder collaboration.
  • Proficiency in software architecture, system design, and integration for scalable, secure platforms.
  • Skilled in mentoring engineers and fostering technical excellence through code reviews and testing.
  • Excellent project and capacity management skills with a focus on milestone tracking and delivery.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to evolving technologies and business needs.


At Sam's Club, 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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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.

- Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

Live Better U is a company 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.

Sunnyvale, California US-11807: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00

Bentonville, Arkansas US-04931: 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 Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).








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...

815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America

About Walmart

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Size
2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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