Group Director, Software Engineering – People Technology

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Join Walmart as Group Director, Software Engineering – People Technology in our Global Technology Corporate Technology, Business Services and Strategy team.  Your work could help over 240 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you'll discover why we are a world leader in belonging, sustainability, and community involvement.  From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life. Walmart’s Corporate Technology, Business Services and Strategy is a powerhouse of seven exceptional teams delivering world-class technology solutions and services making a profound impact at every level of Walmart. As a key part of Walmart Global Tech, our teams set the bar for operational excellence and leverage emerging technology to support millions of customers, associates, and stakeholders worldwide. Joining EBS means embarking on a journey of limitless growth, relentless innovation, and the chance to set new industry standards that shape the future of Walmart. About the Team The People Tech organization is at a pivotal point of scale and transformation. With rapidly expanding global charters, the growth of the IDC technology and services footprint, and the simultaneous stabilization and maturation of People Services, there is a strategic need for a senior leader who can provide unified direction, governance, and leadership across these interconnected areas. This role is a replacement position for a GD who has taken up a different role in the organization. The role will carry functional accountability for the global Wellbeing and GTA portfolios—owning strategy, delivery, and outcomes across the worldwide organization. In addition, the role will have locational responsibility for the People Tech and People Services teams in IDC, providing site leadership, performance management, and talent development for the local organization. About the Role The Group Director, Software Engineering – People Technology provides senior technology and location leadership across People Technology and Services, spanning Wellbeing, GTA, and People Services. The leader will set global strategy, drive operational excellence, and enable high-performing teams across large, multi-disciplinary organizations. With accountability for scale, stability, and outcomes, this role serves as a critical connector between global People Tech strategy and local execution—building strong leadership pipelines, mature operating models, and technology-enabled impact that supports Walmart’s people and business priorities. Global Leadership – Wellbeing & GTA

• Owns the global technology strategy, roadmap, operations, and delivery for Wellbeing and GTA.
• Leads 250+ associate global organization, aligning strategy, execution, and measurable outcomes with People Tech, HR, and business stakeholders.
• Ensures seamless integration of technology, product, and service outcomes across functions, platforms, and time zones.
• Drives operational alignment, clarity of ownership, and consistent execution with global product, HR, and business partners.
• Establishes and enforces strong governance, quality assurance, and adherence to global standards.

IDC Site Leadership – People Tech & Services

• Serves as IDC Site Leader for People Tech, representing and enabling 450+ technology associates.
• Mentors Directors and senior leaders across Engineering, Product, and Services to build a strong leadership bench.
• Acts as the strategic connector between global People Tech leadership and IDC delivery teams.
• Drives local talent development, succession planning, performance management, and leadership readiness across tech and services.
• Shapes a high-engagement leadership culture focused on capability building, accountability, and organizational health.
• Represents the IDC leadership perspective in global forums, ensuring clear, bidirectional communication and alignment.

People Services – Stabilization & Maturity Leadership

• Provides location leadership for 450+ People Services