(USA) Director, Software Engineering at Sam's Club

LocationBENTONVILLE, ARCareer AreaSoftware Development and EngineeringJob FunctionSoftware Engineering and ArchitectureEmployment TypeRegular/PermanentPosition TypeSalaryRequisitionWD1927704 What you'll do at Position Summary...What you'll do...Immigration sponsorship is not available in this role.As part of Walmart Global Tech, this role will play a critical role driving Sam’s Club technology vision, strategy, and roadmap in multiple domains and help our teams achieve Engineering and Operational excellence. If you enjoy working in a rapidly changing environment and influencing the strategic direction of a large global organization, this position will provide you with a challenging opportunity.This is a critical technical leadership role that brings together your past software engineering experiences, thought leadership and your abilities to build bonds with developers, product managers, operations, and other engineering leaders to develop products that operate at scale. You will engage in all aspects of software engineering including architect, design, develop and lead by influencing a world class group of engineers to develop solutions for the complex business problems to enable our associates to allow our members to save more and live better – every single day. What You Will Do:As Director of Engineering for the Sam’s Club engineering team, you will be providing leadership for various engineering teams, Sr. Managers and Architects. The role entails the following responsibilities:Technically leads and mentor high-performance engineering teams, engineering managers and provide strategic direction and guidance to ensure delivery of high-quality productsBuild and manage relations with the business partners and understand their business requirements. Closely work with the Product Management, Architects, and cross-functional teamsWork with stakeholders to define the future roadmap of the products, adopt latest technology innovation wherever necessaryDefine engineering practices, product development patterns and drive products development to scale to Walmart requirementsDrive innovation, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and identify opportunities for process optimizationStay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edgeFollow agile methodologies and program practices in product development lifecycle and focus on team productivity improvements using right tools and processes.What you'll bring:Experience in Software Engineering developing world class (frontend and backend) mobile application:  Strong senior level engineering leadership expertise in large size company with retail experience.Proven experience in hiring and mentoring world-class engineering teamsLeading large-scale systems in fast-paced environments, startup experience is a plusExpertise in full stack technologies (Java, iOS, Android, React Native, NoSQL/SQL etc.)Expertise in multiple distributed technologies (e.g. Kafka, Microservices, etc.)Experience in one or more public cloud technologies like GCP, Azure, etc. Experience in working in large teams using CI/CD and agile methodologies. Extensive experience in working in large teams using CI/CD and agile methodologies.Providing thought leadership and defining technology strategies Being an admired subject matter expert in one or multiple technology areas Directing and reviewing architectural artifacts (for example, proof of concepts, prototypes, architectural design) and providing valuable recommendations for improvements Advising or conducting POCs to vet out new technologies Driving for Architecture, Engineering, and Technology excellence Extensive experience in retail is desirable.Excellent communication skills. BS or MS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and 15+ years of industry experience.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. Flexible, hybrid work: We use a hybrid way of working that is primarily in office coupled with virtual when not onsite. Our campuses serve as a hub to enhance collaboration, bring us together for purpose and deliver on business needs. This approach helps us make quicker decisions, remove location barriers across our global team and be more flexible in our personal lives.   Benefits: 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.  Equal Opportunity Employer: 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 diversity- 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. At Sam's Club, 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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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 .‎ - Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.‎ Live Better U is a company 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 $130,000.00-$260,000.00‎ Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and6 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Option 2: 8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.3 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 4 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...2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America About Sam's Club Sam Walton opened the first Sam's Club in 1983 to meet a growing need among customers who wanted to buy merchandise in bulk. Since then, Sam's Club has grown rapidly, opening more than 600 clubs in the U.S. and 100 clubs internationally. By offering affordable, wholesale merchandise to members, Sam's Club helps make saving simple for families and small business owners. Sam's Club employs about 110,000 associates in the U.S. The average club is 134,000 square feet and offers bulk groceries and general merchandise. Most clubs also have specialty services, such as a pharmacy, an optical department, a photo center, or a tire and battery center.Sam’s Club 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 diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.