Group Director, Software Engineering – Supply Chain Technology Operations

Job Posting Title: Group Director, Software Engineering – Supply Chain Technology Operations Job Posting Description: 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. About Walmart Global Tech Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. That’s what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We’re a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity expert's and service professionals within the world’s leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail. Walmart’s culture is a competitive advantage, and it’s fostered by being together. Working together in person allows us to collaborate, align quickly and innovate with greater speed. We use our campuses to create purposeful connection rooted in deepening understanding and investing in the development of our associates. Our hubs: Walmart is a global company with offices across the United States and around the world. Our global headquarters is in Bentonville, Arkansas, with primary hubs in the San Francisco Bay area and New York/New Jersey. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer: Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while being inclusive of all people. The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process. 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. The annual salary range for this position is $195,000.00 - $370,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ‎ 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 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. Minimum Pay: 195000 Maximum Pay: 370000 Pay Frequency: Annual City: BENTONVILLE State: AR Country: United States Job Area: : [Technology] Job Category: : [Software Engineering and Architecture] Management Level: D Job Family: Software Engineering and Architecture Shift: Weekday Day Shift: Weekend Day Employment Type: Full time Brand: Walmart