Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Walmart; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Job summary

Walmart seeks a Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead platform-level software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with roadmaps and standards. The role oversees scalable infrastructure, DevOps, and cloud cost optimization while guiding full lifecycle development across multiple teams.

The team focuses on automation, performance, and proactive problem-solving to deliver reliable solutions and support business objectives through strong leadership and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience or 5+ years with leadership experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead platform-level execution of software and AI/ML systems aligned to roadmaps and standards.
• Oversee shared infrastructure, tooling, and frameworks for scalable, secure development.
• Drive end-to-end software development lifecycle across multiple teams with DevOps practices.
• Implement cloud cost optimization and enhance automation, telemetry, and tooling.
• Mentor engineers and guide architectural decisions to ensure quality and compliance.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and unblock progress across teams.
• Establish and monitor operational metrics to drive continuous improvement and availability.

Skills

Platform engineering

DevOps architecture

CI/CD

Cloud cost optimization

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Architectural design

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Position Summary...

What you\'ll do...

Role summary:

The Senior Manager, Software Engineering leads the execution of platform-level software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with strategic roadmaps and technical standards. This role oversees scalable infrastructure, DevOps practices, and cloud cost optimization while driving full lifecycle software development across multiple teams. The position requires strong leadership in architectural design, stakeholder collaboration, and operational excellence to deliver high-quality, reliable solutions. By fostering innovation and continuous improvement, this role advances engineering capabilities and supports business objectives through effective project and team management.

About the team:

The international last mile engineering team delivers scalable, high-performance software solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Focused on automation and continuous optimization, the team designs, develops, and maintains critical business capabilities with an emphasis on solution design, software development, and DevOps best practices. Collaborating closely, members ensure reliable system performance and measurable growth. This team fosters technical excellence and proactive problem-solving to meet evolving business needs while upholding high standards of quality and performance in a dynamic environment.

What you\'ll do:

• Lead platform-level execution of software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with domain priorities and roadmap milestones.


• Oversee shared infrastructure, tooling, and frameworks to support scalable, secure development.


• Drive full software development lifecycle across multiple teams, championing DevOps architecture and CI/CD practices.


• Implement cloud cost optimization and enhance automation, telemetry, and tooling to improve efficiency.


• Mentor engineers, guide architectural decisions, and promote technical quality and compliance.


• Manage stakeholder relationships to align priorities and unblock progress.


• Establish and track operational metrics to guide continuous improvement and ensure high system availability.

What you\'ll bring:

• Extensive experience leading platform engineering and software development lifecycle across multiple teams.


• Proven expertise in DevOps architecture, CI/CD practices, and cloud financial management to optimize delivery and costs.


• Strong skills in project and stakeholder management, ensuring alignment with strategic roadmaps and milestone tracking.


• Demonstrated ability to guide architectural reviews and system design for scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions.


• Proficiency in integrating platform technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products.


• Commitment to mentoring engineers, fostering technical excellence, and promoting continuous improvement.


• Excellent communication skills to manage complex initiatives and build effective partnerships.

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 $143,000.00 - $286,000.00

Additional Compensation Includes Annual Or Quarterly Performance Bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications

Option 1: Bachelor's 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

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

815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, 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.