Group Director, Software Engineering

Position Summary

Group Director, Global Governance Engineering – Walmart Global Tech.

• Define and execute the technology strategy for Global Compliance, Ethics, and Customer Privacy solutions, ensuring alignment with Walmart’s overall business objectives.
• Introduce and integrate Agentic AI and AI Assistance to address complex compliance and privacy challenges while supporting existing platforms and technology stacks.
• Develop and oversee technology solutions that enhance the safety and security of customers and associates.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams—including IT, legal, and customer service—to prioritize and deliver high‑impact technology features and continuous improvements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve and innovate Walmart’s compliance and privacy solutions.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the success of initiatives and provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress and outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with various teams to optimize engagement and deliver business value.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive dynamics to refine and adapt technology strategies.
• Build and lead high‑performing, diverse teams by driving inclusive strategies, fostering strong relationships, and promoting collaboration across functions.

• Product Management, Business Strategy, Data Strategy, AI and ML, Data Analysis, Stakeholder and Change Management
• Experienced leader in compliance, ethics, and customer privacy, preferably in the retail or financial services industry
• Proven track record of successful technology strategy and implementation with measurable business impact
• Strong experience in building and managing high‑performing technology teams
• Passion for technology, willingness to dive deep into technical products, and commitment to learning and expanding technical knowledge
• Ability to build compelling business cases and ROIs, and proactively drive business insights and optimizations
• Developing and delivering on the financial plan for area of responsibility
• Capitalizing on domain expertise; identifying and anticipating market opportunities based on an in‑depth understanding of the market and competition; overseeing the execution of competitive assessments, identifying and facilitating disruptive innovation opportunities; approving business cases; prioritizing and allocating resources; and approving objectives and key performance indicators

• Master’s degree in business administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 12 years’ experience in leading technology or solution development
• 12 years’ experience gathering, identifying, defining, and communicating requirements
• 10 years’ experience consulting and advising business partners utilizing detailed analysis
• 6 years' experience building and leading high‑performing teams

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 8 years’ experience in software engineering or related area
• Option 2: 10 years’ experience in software engineering or related area
• 5 years’ supervisory experience

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