Distinguished, Technical Program Manager
About The Position
The Distinguished Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving clarity amid ambiguity. This role requires expertise in end-to-end technology solutions, system architecture, and program execution while mentoring teams on best practices. The position emphasizes proactive risk management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous process improvement to ensure successful delivery. Leveraging technical and domain knowledge, the manager aligns program outcomes with business objectives, fosters effective communication, and accelerates timelines through scalable, repeatable workflows across multiple engineering teams. About the team: The Marketplace Tech & AI Strategy team leads enterprise-wide initiatives by integrating technology, operations, and investments through a unified platform. The team establishes sustainable governance and operating rhythms to advance projects independently, focusing on strategic planning, risk management, and data-driven investment decisions. Aligning technology strategy with business goals, it drives lasting transformation. Emphasizing effective project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration, the team ensures streamlined delivery and continuous improvement across Walmart’s marketplace technology landscape, fostering operational excellence and value creation.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience driving complex strategic programs, managing cross-functional outcomes, and leading technical program management—including 2+ years operating at a Principal, or equivalent highly-senior Individual Contributor (IC) level.
- Extensive expertise in system architecture, software development, and infrastructure design.
- Demonstrated skills in data-driven decision-making and proactive risk mitigation.
- A track record of successfully delivering massive-scale, mission-critical software or infrastructure programs from inception to global deployment.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills with a proven ability to lead without authority across multiple VP-level organizations.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 7 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
- 9 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Project Management.
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, with specialization in strategy, supply chain, finance, information systems, or related area and 5 years’ experience in product design.
- 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy, planning, and end-to-end delivery of company-wide, multi-year technical initiatives, spanning dozens of organizations and hundreds of engineers.
- Partner with Senior Engineers and Senior Architects to shape technical strategy, high availability, performance, and alignment with delivery timelines.
- Take ownership of highly ambiguous "0 to 1" initiatives where no precedent exists.
- Identify and dismantle organizational silos and systemic friction points.
- Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team and board members.
- Serve as the champion for the TPM discipline.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
