(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager
About The Position
Walmart is seeking a Principal, Technical Program Manager to lead complex, large-scale technology programs with cross-functional dependencies. The role focuses on program planning, risk management, technical design, stakeholder alignment, communication, process improvement, automation, mentoring, and end-to-end delivery of scalable, high-quality solutions that meet strategic business objectives and operational standards. The team modernizes accounting workflows by integrating AI-native capabilities and deploying global platforms across international markets. It evaluates processes against global technology standards, turns findings into actionable roadmaps, monitors progress and risks, and collaborates on future-ready systems that support Walmart’s strategic goals and business performance.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in program and project management, including risk and stakeholder management across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Strong technical expertise translating product requirements into scalable system and platform designs, with knowledge of cloud infrastructure and software lifecycle management.
- Ability to define and drive program goals, manage dependencies, and deliver within resource and timeline constraints.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to align stakeholders and clearly convey complex technical information.
- Analytical problem-solving skills to identify systemic issues and implement effective solutions.
- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams and improving operational processes for efficiency and quality.
- Either a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related area and 6 years of experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or a related area; or 8 years of experience in those areas.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Project Management.
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, with a specialization in strategy, supply chain, finance, information systems, or a related area, and 4 years of experience in product design.
- Background creating inclusive digital experiences and knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, digital accessibility best practices, and Walmart accessibility standards and guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning and execution of large-scale technical programs, managing cross-functional dependencies and resource allocation to meet delivery goals.
- Define program scopes, stage gates, critical paths, and key deliverables, and provide clarity amid ambiguous business and product strategies.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to translate product requirements into scalable, high-availability technical designs and solutions.
- Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and proactively resolve issues to maintain program momentum.
- Establish and improve workflows, automation frameworks, and operational excellence practices across multiple initiatives.
- Communicate progress, risks, and impacts to stakeholders to ensure alignment and informed decision-making.
- Mentor team members in program management, problem solving, and technical execution.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
- Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Company discounts.
- Military Leave Pay.
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
- PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Live Better U paid education benefit, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
