(USA) Senior Manager, Software Engineering

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

Company discounts

Job summary

Walmart Data Ventures in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an experienced software engineering leader to lead platform execution and AI/ML integration, managing the software development lifecycle across multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in engineering leadership, a strong background in software architecture, and the ability to drive complex technical initiatives. Benefits include a competitive salary, performance bonuses, health coverage, and educational support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• 7+ years of relevant experience if no degree.
• 2 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead software platform execution and AI/ML systems.
• Oversee infrastructure and tooling for development.
• Manage full software development lifecycle.
• Drive cloud cost optimization and automation.
• Mentor engineers and guide architectural decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define priorities.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements.

Skills

Platform engineering leadership

AI/ML integration

Full stack application development

Stakeholder management

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related area

Master's degree in computer science or related area

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary...

About the Team

The Data Ventures team advances supplier-facing analytics by integrating data engineering, product intelligence, and supplier experience. They develop a centralized, role-aware intelligence platform delivering real-time insights into key business metrics. Their solutions enable dynamic, self-serve analytics and replace offline workflows with AI-driven forecasting and recommendations. Focused on scalable data products, the team directly influences supplier health and supply chain performance. This collaborative environment prioritizes innovation, technical excellence, and delivering actionable insights that empower suppliers to make informed decisions efficiently.

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, and reusable development.
• Drive full software development lifecycle across multiple teams, promoting and managing large scale application with Data acumen.
• Manage cloud cost optimization and enhance automation, telemetry, and tooling using AI to reduce operational friction.
• Mentor engineers, guide architectural decisions, and ensure adherence to quality, security, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define priorities, track progress, and deliver complex technical initiatives on time.
• Foster innovation by identifying opportunities for process and product enhancements.

What you’ll bring

• Extensive experience leading platform engineering teams and managing software development lifecycles across multiple projects.
• Proven ability to oversee AI/ML system integration, ensuring architectural alignment and scalable, secure solutions.
• Strong expertise in Software architecture, Full stack application development, managing large scale application with Data acumen.
• Demonstrated skills in stakeholder management, aligning technical initiatives with business goals and domain priorities.
• Proficiency in mentoring engineers, promoting technical excellence, and fostering continuous improvement.
• Solid background in project management, milestone tracking, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive timely delivery.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with sound technical judgment and adaptability to evolving technologies.

Benefits and Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Stock equity is also available. Health benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage; financial benefits include 401(k) with company match, stock purchase plan, and company‑paid life insurance. Paid time off includes PTO, sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave. Other benefits: short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. Educational benefits are provided through Live Better U, covering tuition, books, and fees.

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

1345 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have 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.