Principal, Technical Program Manager, VIZIO Integration

Wal-Mart • Sunnyvale, CA

33d • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale technology programs by identifying key technical risks, defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end delivery. This role requires expertise in program planning, technical design, and stakeholder engagement to ensure scalable, high-quality solutions. The position involves risk management, resource alignment, and continuous process improvement while closely partnering with cross-functional leaders. The successful candidate will communicate effectively across a broad range of teams, resolve ambiguities, and implement strategies that enhance operational excellence and accelerate timelines, contributing to the achievement of business objectives within a dynamic technology environment. About the team: The team drives the strategy, planning, and execution of innovative products integrating VIZIO OS with Walmart's platform, enhancing connected commerce experiences. This group leads high-impact initiatives that redefine customer interaction with content and devices in the living room. Members apply expertise in program and project management, technical design, and systems architecture to deliver scalable solutions. They collaborate across functions to manage risks, align stakeholders, and ensure seamless delivery. The team fosters continuous improvement, leveraging emerging technologies and data-driven insights to create first-of-its-kind experiences that connect digital and physical commerce environments.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in program and project management, including risk and stakeholder management across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to define and execute end-to-end program plans, managing dependencies, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Strong technical expertise in system architecture, technical design, and cloud infrastructure to guide scalable and high-availability solutions.
• Skilled in communicating complex technical and program information clearly to a broad range of stakeholders and teams.
• Demonstrated analytical problem-solving capabilities with data-driven decision-making and impact analysis.
• Experience driving continuous improvement in processes and ways of working.

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 4 years' experience in product design.
• We value candidates with a 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. The ideal candidate would have 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

• Define program goals, stage gates, critical delivery paths, and key deliverables for large-scale technical programs with multiple dependencies.
• Secure commitments for scope, delivery dates, and resources while managing cross-functional dependencies.
• Translate product requirements into technical designs and system architecture for scalable, high-availability solutions.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage issues to ensure program progress.
• Drive continuous improvement of workflows, automation, and operational excellence frameworks.
• Communicate progress, risks, and impacts clearly to stakeholders and program teams.
• Look around corners to anticipate anticipate and mitigate speed bumps.
• Partner closely with cross-functional leaders including Business, Product, Engineering, Design, and Legal.

Benefits

• At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
• For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees