Distinguished, Technical Program Manager

Walmart • Sunnyvale, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Distinguished, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end technology solutions. This role requires expertise in system design, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement to ensure quality outcomes and efficient delivery. The manager proactively resolves ambiguities, mentors teams, and implements scalable workflows while leveraging data-driven insights to guide decision-making. With a focus on continuous improvement and strategic alignment, this position fosters collaboration across multiple domains to achieve business objectives and advance technology initiatives effectively. The Marketplace Tech team at Walmart develops scalable, innovative solutions supporting a vast retail ecosystem. This multidisciplinary group of engineers, architects, and product leaders collaborates to build robust platforms for fulfillment, logistics, and seller experience. Their work includes global supply chain integration, marketplace growth, and customer-focused delivery and returns solutions. Utilizing advanced technology, data insights, and domain expertise, the team ensures Walmart Marketplace remains agile, reliable, and ready to expand across new business models and markets, driving operational excellence and sustained growth.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in program and project management, including planning, risk mitigation, and resource alignment for large-scale, complex initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder engagement to secure buy-in and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Strong technical expertise in system design, architecture, cloud infrastructure, and software lifecycle management.
• Skilled in process improvement, automation, and driving scalable, repeatable workflows to enhance engineering velocity.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making and performance measurement.
• Effective communication skills to influence and align teams and stakeholders toward common goals.
• 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.
• Experience 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 joining Walmart in creating accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate large-scale technical programs, defining goals, timelines, and key deliverables across multiple teams and dependencies.
• Drive end-to-end system and solution design, ensuring alignment with architectural standards and business objectives.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve conflicts, and manage stakeholder expectations to maintain program momentum.
• Implement process improvements and automation to enhance team efficiency and delivery velocity.
• Mentor team members on best practices in program management, technical design, and communication.
• Utilize data-driven insights to guide decision-making and optimize program outcomes.
• Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams to achieve strategic technology initiatives.

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
• Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior