IND SENIOR MANAGER SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

Walmart; Chennai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive awards

Health benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead a software engineering team supporting ecommerce platforms and CMS applications for iOS, Android, and web. The role focuses on orchestration layers, backend systems, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable solutions.

You will mentor engineers, align strategic goals with engineering priorities, and manage projects to on-time, on-budget delivery while staying current with industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience leading software engineering teams in ecommerce or large-scale platforms.
• Strong knowledge of orchestration layers and backend systems (Java, Golang, Node.js).
• Proven ability to mentor, guide, and grow engineering talent.
• Excellent project management and budget awareness; delivers on time.

Responsibilities

• Lead the software engineering team, including hiring, training, and performance reviews.
• Oversee design, development, and rollout of ecommerce software applications.
• Guide orchestration layer and backend systems integration across platforms.
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineering teams to translate requirements into technical specs.
• Maintain technical expertise and drive adoption of best practices and standards.
• Develop timelines, allocate resources, and ensure projects meet scope and budget.
• Ensure quality and customer-focused delivery of software solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Agile

Strategic thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Project management

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Backend tech

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT

Tools

CMS Tools

Orchestration layer

Job description

Job Description:

Position Summary...

What youll do...

About Team:
The Pre purchase Experience Platform team at Walmart is dedicated to providing a seamless and delightful shopping experience to millions of shoppers worldwide. As a software engineering leader in this team, you will have the opportunity to work on platform components and systems which help run the Walmart eCommerce and Walmart systems . This collaborative team made up of Engineering, UX, Product Management, Business is rapidly iterating on new products and features at scale. We deliver high performing solutions on our next generation platform. Continuous experimentation, innovation and feedback by millions of customers makes this work even more exciting!

We are seeking a highly skilled, professional, and dynamic Senior Manager for our Software Engineering team. The chosen individual will be responsible for managing and overseeing the development and maintenance of software applications supporting our ecommerce platform. This includes CMS application that support front-end applications for iOS, Android, Web, orchestration layer, and backend systems ( Java, Golang, nodejs)

What you will do:

1. 1. Manage the software development team, including hiring, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
2. 2. Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software applications for the ecommerce.
3. 3. Supervise the development of the orchestration layer, backend systems ( Java) to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
4. 4. Work closely with other teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
5. 5. Maintain a high level of technical expertise and industry knowledge, staying up to date with the latest technologies and trends.
6. 6. Develop project timelines, allocate resources effectively, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
7. 7. Ensure software applications comply with quality standards and meet customer expectations.
8. 8. Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
9. 9. Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers, designers, and other engineering teams, to deliver high-quality software solutions.

What'll you bring:

1. 1. Bachelor's or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology
2. 2. Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the ecommerce industry.
3. 3. Extensive knowledge of orchestration layer, and backend systems, CMS Tools and how they support development of mobile application (iOS, Android), web applications,
4. 4. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
5. 5. Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
6. 6. Strong problem-solving skills, with a creative approach to overcoming challenges.
7. 7. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
8. 8. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
9. 9. Up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
10. 10. Strong knowledge of M*N matrix management.
11. 11. Ability to foster innovation and engineering excellence within a team.
12. 12. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
13. 13. Familiarity with ecommerce platforms is a plus.

Additional Job Description:

1. 1. Mentorship: As a Senior Engineering Manager, you will be expected to mentor your team, providing guidance, advice, and support to help them grow professionally.
2. 2. Strategic Planning: You'll play a key role in strategic planning, establishing the direction and goals of the engineering department in alignment with the broader objectives of the organization.
3. 3. Innovation: Your responsibility includes fostering an environment that promotes innovation, through continual exploration of ways to improve processes, products, and services.
4. 4. Collaboration: You will be expected to cultivate a culture of collaboration, not only within your team, but also with other departments and stakeholders.
5. 5. Quality Control: You will ensure that the products or services your team delivers meet the necessary quality standards.
6. 6. Resource Allocation: You will manage resources efficiently, ensuring projects are completed within the allocated time and budget.
7. 7. Risk Management: As a Senior Engineering Manager, you will identify and mitigate risks that could potentially impact project completion or product development.
8. 8. Professional Development: You will be responsible for providing your team members with opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
9. 9. Conflict Resolution: You will mediate conflicts within the team and ensure a harmonious working environment.
10. 10. Decision Making: You will make crucial decisions impacting the productivity and success of your team and the projects you undertake.
11. 11. Performance Evaluation: Regular performance evaluations of team members, providing feedback, and identifying areas for improvement will be part of your role.
12. 12. Compliance: You will ensure all engineering processes and operations adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
13. 13. Change Management: You will effectively manage changes, whether related to project scope, team structure, or organization policies.

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 sets us apart, and we know being together helps us innovate, learn and grow great careers. This role is based in our [Bangalore/Chennai] office for daily work, with the flexibility for associates to manage their personal lives.

Benefits

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include a host of best-in-class benefits maternity and parental leave, pto, health benefits, and much more.

Belonging

We aim to create a culture where every associate feels valued for who they are, rooted in respect for the individual. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging, to create opportunities for all our associates, customers and suppliers, and to be a Walmart for everyone.

At Walmart, our vision is "everyone included." by fostering a workplace culture where everyone is—and feels—included, everyone wins. Our associates and customers reflect the makeup of all 19 countries where we operate. By making Walmart a welcoming place where all people feel like they belong, we’re able to engage associates, strengthen our business, improve our ability to serve customers, and support the communities where we operate.

Equal opportunity employer

Walmart, inc., is an equal opportunities 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.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelors 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...

Tower 1, Part Of 1st, 2nd To 4th Flrs, Intl Tech Park Radial Road (radial It Park Pvt Ltd), , India

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