Distinguished, Technical Program Manager
About The Position
The Distinguished, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving clarity in ambiguous situations. This role requires expertise in technical design, system architecture, and program execution to deliver scalable solutions aligned with business objectives. The manager fosters stakeholder alignment through influential communication and data-driven decision-making while mentoring teams to enhance processes and accelerate delivery. By proactively identifying risks and optimizing resources, this position ensures successful program outcomes that support continuous improvement and innovation across multiple domains. The Marketplace Tech team at Walmart develops scalable, innovative solutions supporting a vast retail ecosystem. This multidisciplinary group of engineers, architects, and product leaders collaborates to build robust platforms for fulfillment, logistics, and seller experience. Their work includes global supply chain integration, marketplace growth, and customer-focused delivery and returns solutions. Utilizing advanced technology, data insights, and domain expertise, the team ensures Walmart Marketplace remains agile, reliable, and ready to expand across new business models and markets, driving operational excellence and sustained growth.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in program and project management techniques, tools, and frameworks for large-scale, complex initiatives.
- Strong ability to define goals, critical delivery paths, and manage cross-functional dependencies with resource constraints.
- Technical knowledge in system design, architecture, cloud infrastructure, and software/hardware lifecycles.
- Experience driving process improvements, automation, and scalable workflows to increase engineering velocity.
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement, communication, and conflict resolution to align priorities and secure buy-in.
- Analytical problem-solving capabilities using data-driven decision-making and impact analysis.
- Ability to mentor team members and lead cross-domain collaboration for successful program delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 7 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
- 9 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 5 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
- Define and manage large-scale program goals, stage gates, and key deliverables across multiple teams and timelines.
- Secure commitments for program scopes, delivery dates, and resources while managing cross-functional dependencies.
- Lead end-to-end technical solution design, ensuring alignment with business objectives and system scalability.
- Identify and resolve ambiguities, overlaps, and inefficiencies to optimize program execution.
- Drive continuous process improvements and automation to enhance team velocity and quality outcomes.
- Monitor risks, develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues to maintain program momentum.
- Engage stakeholders to align priorities, communicate progress, and foster consensus.
- Mentor team members on best practices in program management, technical design, and communication.
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
- 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
Senior
