Senior Manager, Data Engineering
Walmart Inc.
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Job summary
Walmart Global Data Foundation seeks a Senior Manager for Data Ventures Data Engineering to lead architecture, design, and hands-on development of scalable, cloud‑native, AI‑powered data platforms powering our data products.
The role blends technical leadership with people leadership, writing production‑quality code, and guiding engineers who own what they build while driving governance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field.
- 4 years of data engineering, database engineering, BI or analytics; 1 year supervisory experience.
- 5 years of software engineering or related field.
Responsibilities
- Lead design, development, and deployment of scalable data engineering solutions.
- Oversee data integration, transformation, and quality assurance processes.
- Implement data governance practices ensuring regulatory and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into data strategies.
- Mentor engineers and promote best practices in coding and data modeling.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance data infrastructure and automation capabilities.
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Job description
Walmart Global Data Foundation is seeking a Senior Manager for Data Ventures Data Engineering Team to lead the architecture, design, and hands‑on development of scalable, cloud‑native, AI powered data platforms that power our data products. This is a builder's role: you'll blend deep technical leadership with people leadership writing production‑quality code, owning the architectural integrity of critical services, and guiding a team of engineers who genuinely love owning what they build. You'll partner closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to translate complex business problems into reliable, governed, customer‑centric data products, while championing engineering, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the team.
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable data engineering solutions to support business analytics and AI initiatives.
- Oversee data integration, transformation, and quality assurance processes across data sources and platforms.
- Implement and maintain data governance practices ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate business requirements into effective data strategies and architectures.
- Mentor and guide engineering teams, promoting best practices in coding, testing, and data modeling.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance data infrastructure and automation capabilities.
- Drive continuous improvement in data pipelines, ensuring reliability and performance at scale.
- Lead the architecture, design, and hands‑on development of scalable, cloud‑native, AI-powered data platforms and products.
- Write production‑quality code and implement complex, distributed systems — this role stays close to the code, not just the roadmap.
- Architect end‑to‑end data pipelines that integrate data sources into reliable, data products for merchants and suppliers.
- Establish data governance, automated data quality frameworks, and compliance practices that scale with the platform.
- Champion DevOps, CI/CD, reliability, observability drive code reviews, incident resolution, and system performance optimization as a hands‑on technical leader.
- Experience leading engineering teams, mentoring engineers, and managing multiple projects effectively in a fast‑paced, agile environment.
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.
- Live Better U
- 100% covered
- Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.
- Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job‑specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.
- Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family
- Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges
- Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.
- Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation.At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.
- Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech‑enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.
- With amenities like on‑site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work‑life balance isn’t just a goal—it’s a reality.
- Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world‑class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.
- Whether you’re exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you’ll experience the perfect blend of small‑town charm and big‑city amenities.
- Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.
- This isn’t just a workplace—it’s a destination for leaders eager to make a difference.
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.
- Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related field.
- Option 2: 7 years’ experience in software engineering or related field.
- Option 3: Master’s degree in Computer Science and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related field.
- 4 years’ experience in data engineering, database engineering, business intelligence, or business analytics.
- 1 year’s supervisory experience.
- Data engineering, database engineering, business intelligence or business analytics, ETL tools and working with large data sets in the cloud, Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related field, 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.
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.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock
- Discount Card
- Get 10% off
- Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in‑store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.
- Live Better U 100% covered
- Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.
- Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job‑specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.
- Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family
- Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges
- Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.
- Senior Manager, Software Engineering
- Bentonville, AR 72716-3724
- Senior Manager, Software Engineering
- Bentonville, AR 72716-3724
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