(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

1d • $110,000 - $264,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale technology programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end delivery. The role uses program and risk management, technical design, and stakeholder engagement to align teams and support successful execution. It translates product requirements into scalable technical solutions, optimizes processes, mentors team members, proactively addresses challenges, manages resources, and implements improvements to enhance operational excellence and achieve strategic business outcomes.

The role is part of Walmart’s Marketplace Tech team, which develops scalable solutions for a retail ecosystem. The multidisciplinary team collaborates on platforms supporting fulfillment, logistics, and seller experience, including global supply chain integration, marketplace growth, and customer-focused delivery and returns solutions.

The position is available in Bentonville, Arkansas, and Bellevue, Washington. The annual salary range is $110,000–$220,000 in Bentonville and $132,000–$264,000 in Bellevue. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses; certain positions may also include stock.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in program and project management, including risk and stakeholder management across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to define and execute program plans with clear goals, stage gates, and critical delivery paths under resource constraints.
• Strong technical expertise in system design, cloud infrastructure, and software lifecycle management to guide scalable, high-availability solutions.
• Skill in identifying synergies, managing dependencies, and driving operational excellence frameworks for large-scale technology programs.
• Effective communication skills, including aligning varied stakeholders and delivering clear, data-driven reports and updates.
• Analytical problem-solving skills to assess risks, extract insights, and implement continuous improvements.
• Option 1: 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.
• Option 2: 8 years of experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or a 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 a related area, and 4 years of experience in product design.
• Background creating inclusive digital experiences, including knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, accessibility best practices, and integrating digital accessibility into products and services.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage program goals, stage gates, critical delivery paths, and key deliverables across interdependent projects.
• Secure commitments for program scope, delivery dates, and resources while managing cross-functional dependencies.
• Translate product requirements into technical designs and ensure robust system contracts to prevent production issues.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve risks to maintain program progress and unblock teams.
• Establish scalable workflows, prioritization frameworks, and operational excellence practices for program delivery.
• Communicate progress, risks, and impacts to stakeholders and align teams on objectives.
• Mentor team members on best practices and promote continuous improvement in program execution.

Benefits

• 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 leave, jury duty leave, and voting leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Company discounts.
• Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• Live Better U education benefit, with tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs.
• Performance-based bonus awards; additional compensation may include annual or quarterly performance bonuses and, for certain positions, stock.

What This Job Offers

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