Group Director, Software Engineering

Walmart, a Fortune 1 company, is seeking a Group Director of Software Engineering to lead their Warehouse Management System platform initiative across US Walmart, Sam's Club and Walmart International. This is a senior leadership position that combines technical expertise with strategic business impact.

The role involves leading and growing engineering teams through directors and senior managers, while driving the technical vision for warehouse management solutions. You'll be responsible for owning product roadmaps, implementing technology strategy, and ensuring operational excellence across the organization. The position requires deep expertise in distributed systems, cloud technologies, and modern engineering practices.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of industry experience, with a strong background in building and scaling engineering teams. Technical expertise should span distributed technologies like Kafka and microservices, along with cloud platforms like GCP and Azure. The role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across business, operations, product, and engineering teams.

This position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $195,000 to $370,000 annually, plus performance bonuses and stock options. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, 401(k), stock purchase plans, paid time off, parental leave, and education assistance. The role is based in Bentonville, Arkansas - a growing region with over 200 miles of trails, emerging food scene, and cultural attractions like the Crystal Bridges Museum.

This is an exceptional opportunity to drive technical innovation at enterprise scale while working in an environment that combines the resources of a Fortune 1 company with the agility of a startup mindset. You'll be at the forefront of transforming Walmart's warehouse management capabilities across their global operations.