(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager
About The Position
The Principal, Technical Program Manager delivers analytical insights and leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end technology solutions. This role requires expertise in program planning, data analytics, and technical design to ensure scalable, high-quality outcomes. The position involves coordinating multiple teams, resolving ambiguities, and optimizing workflows while maintaining clear communication with executive stakeholders. The successful candidate will proactively identify improvements, mentor team members, and deliver measurable results by aligning program objectives with business priorities and technology strategies in a dynamic environment. About the team: The Global Tech Strategy team drives large-scale, cross-functional programs to optimize non-wage spend and enhance operational efficiency. This team expertly manages complex dependencies and delivers strategic technology solutions aligned with business goals. Members utilize advanced program and risk management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to achieve measurable results. Emphasizing clear communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement, the team supports scalable, high-quality technology initiatives. By combining technical expertise with strategic insights, the team advances Walmart’s mission and operational excellence on a global scale.
Requirements
- Proven experience driving analytics and insights from disparate data sources.
- Extensive experience in program management, including risk and stakeholder management across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Proven ability to define goals, stage gates, and critical delivery paths for large-scale technical programs with multiple dependencies.
- Skilled in financial management, budgeting, and resource alignment.
- Exceptional communication skills to engage executive stakeholders, and influence leadership decisioning.
- Analytical problem-solving capabilities with data-driven decision-making and impact analysis experience.
- Strong technical expertise in system design, cloud infrastructure, APIs, and software lifecycle management.
- 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 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 joining to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
Responsibilities
- Define and manage large-scale technical programs with multiple dependencies, ensuring alignment of goals, timelines, and resources.
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end technology solutions, resolving ambiguities and driving clarity in strategy and execution.
- Perform analytics across multiple systems to drive insights and actionable solutions for improved performance.
- Communicate progress and risks effectively to executive stakeholders, fostering alignment and informed decision-making.
- Drive continuous improvement by implementing scalable workflows, automation, and best practices across programs.
Benefits
- 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
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
Associate degree
