(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager

Walmart•Sunnyvale, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Walmart is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to lead complex, large-scale AI and technology programs across Retail Intelligence. You will translate strategy and roadmaps into clear execution plans, align Engineering, Data Science, Product, and Business teams, and drive decisions across technical dependencies, risks, milestones, and tradeoffs. This role requires strong technical judgment, communication, and analytical skills to resolve ambiguity, improve operating mechanisms, and accelerate delivery. Walmart’s AI & Data organization brings together the capabilities needed to make AI and data an enterprise advantage. Within AI & Data, the Retail Intelligence team develops and scales shared AI models and services that power products and businesses across Walmart. Our work spans areas including Commerce Foundational Models, Content & Creative AI, and Agentic Simulation. We partner closely with Engineering, Data Science, Product, and Business teams to translate advanced AI capabilities into scalable solutions that improve customer experiences, associate productivity, operational efficiency, and measurable business outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Data Analytics, or related field.
10+ years leading large-scale, complex technical programs across teams and platforms.
Proven experience managing roadmaps, dependencies, risks, and delivery commitments.
Strong understanding of software systems, architecture, data platforms, and engineering practices.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.
Experience driving planning, governance, and operating rigor across organizations.
Ability to influence without authority, navigate ambiguity, and build trusted partnerships.
Experience leveraging AI, automation, or data-driven tools to improve execution.
Passion for scalable processes and organizational effectiveness.
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 6 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
Option 2: 8 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 4 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 end-to-end execution of strategic, cross-functional technical programs from planning through delivery.
Serve as the STO across initiatives, milestones, dependencies, risks, and commitments.
Align Engineering, Data Science, Product, and Business teams around shared priorities and outcomes.
Drive technical discussions, tradeoffs, and cross-functional decisions.
Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks to improve delivery predictability.
Use data, metrics, dashboards, and executive reporting to communicate program health and outcomes.
Build scalable operating mechanisms and ways of working.
Leverage AI, automation, and analytics to improve productivity.
Advance TPM best practices and raise the program management bar.

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
Jury duty
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 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.)