Director of Software & AI/ML Engineering

Walmart Global Tech

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 169,000 - 338,000

Full time

38 hours ago
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Health benefits
401(k) and stock purchase
Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Global Tech in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the execution and delivery of complex software and AI/ML systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and alignment with strategic objectives. You will oversee the full development lifecycle, champion DevOps, and drive cloud cost optimization while mentoring high-performing teams.

The role collaborates with product and data teams, manages cross-functional dependencies, and seeks continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in CS or related field with 6+ years in software engineering.
  • 8 years software engineering experience as an alternative path.
  • 3 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of complex software, data, and ML systems across platforms.
  • Oversee full SDLC including architecture, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Drive backlog prioritization, capacity planning, and system optimization.
  • Collaborate with product and data teams on AI/ML features.
  • Manage cross-functional dependencies and align roadmaps with priorities.
  • Foster high-performing teams through mentorship and development.
  • Implement cloud cost optimization and DevOps practices.

Skills

Leadership
Software architecture
DevOps practices
Cloud cost optimization
Stakeholder management
AI/ML product development
Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field
8 years software engineering experience (alternative path)

Job description

Walmart Global Tech in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the execution and delivery of complex software and AI/ML systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and alignment with strategic objectives. You will oversee the full development lifecycle, champion DevOps, and drive cloud cost optimization while mentoring high-performing teams.

The role collaborates with product and data teams, manages cross-functional dependencies, and seeks continuous improvement.

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