(USA) Group Director, Automation Engineering- Fulfillment Innovation at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Logistics, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in autonomous systems, including drones and self-driving vehicles
  • Understanding of the regulatory and safety landscape
  • Proven ability to scale emerging technologies from pilot to enterprise-level deployment
  • Strong collaboration and leadership skills, with experience influencing cross-functional teams and external partners
  • Strategic thinker who can translate innovation into operational excellence
  • Advanced degree in Engineering, Automation, and/or Robotics preferred

Responsibilities

  • Defining Walmart’s strategy for autonomous transport and delivery
  • Leading pilots and commercialization efforts, ensuring seamless integration into Walmart’s routing and delivery network
  • Driving regulatory engagement and safety compliance, setting benchmarks for industry-leading standards
  • Partnering with Walmart’s Last Mile Delivery team and external tech innovators to accelerate adoption
  • Championing innovation to enhance speed, cost efficiency, and customer experience in last-mile delivery
  • Owning the strategy and execution driving the roadmap for drones and autonomous vehicles
  • Working closely with Walmart’s Last Mile Delivery team, Fulfillment Transformation, Tech & Product teams, Supply Chain Operations, and external technology partners

Skills

Autonomous Systems
Drones
Self-Driving Vehicles
Robotics
Automation Engineering
Regulatory Compliance
Safety Standards
Leadership
Strategic Planning
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Pilot Scaling
Enterprise Deployment
Last-Mile Delivery

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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