(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

The Principal, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end technology solutions. The role requires expertise in program planning, technical design, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful delivery across multiple teams. Responsibilities include translating product requirements into scalable system architectures, overseeing program execution, and implementing continuous improvements. The focus is AI Security and implementation efforts related to large enterprise systems, bringing multiple teams together for aligned prioritization. The team of Technical Program Managers and Project Managers drives strategic security initiatives across AI, OT, and IoT domains. Collaborating with engineering, platform, and business teams, the group focuses on risk mitigation, cloud transformation, and enterprise resilience. Through governance, stakeholder alignment, automation, and continuous improvement, the team delivers measurable outcomes that enhance security posture, operational reliability, and compliance with global standards.

Requirements

Extensive experience in program and project management, with proven delivery against high-visibility timelines.
Technical expertise in AI model behavior, AI security, and AI guardrails.
Proven ability to translate product requirements into scalable technical solutions and drive end-to-end delivery plans.
Skilled in communication, capable of aligning multi-pillar stakeholders and producing clear, data-driven reports.
Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
Experience mentoring teams and implementing process automation to enhance operational efficiency.
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; or 8 years’ experience in those areas.

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, with knowledge of implementing WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices.

Responsibilities

Define and manage large-scale technical programs with multiple dependencies, ensuring alignment of goals, timelines, and resources.
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver AI-specific end-to-end technology solutions, resolving ambiguities and driving clarity.
Oversee system design discussions, ensuring scalability, high availability, and operational excellence.
Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage issues to maintain program momentum.
Communicate progress and risks effectively to stakeholders, fostering alignment and informed decision-making.
Drive continuous improvement by implementing scalable workflows and automation frameworks.
Mentor team members on best practices in program and technical management.

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, 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.
Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live Better U), including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.
Annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Stock may be additional compensation for certain positions.