(USA) Senior Distinguished I, Technical Program Manager
About The Position
The Senior Distinguished I, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale strategic programs across the enterprise, driving alignment and execution of business and technology solutions. This role requires expertise in program planning, technical design, stakeholder engagement, and risk management to deliver high-impact outcomes. The position involves defining frameworks, optimizing resource efficiency, and fostering consensus among teams. The manager proactively identifies improvements, mentors team members, and ensures quality delivery by integrating emerging technologies and best practices. Strong communication and analytical skills support effective decision-making and program success in a dynamic environment. The Fraud and Risk Engineering team develops and manages critical platforms that detect, prevent, and respond to fraud, abuse, and risk across Walmart’s global commerce ecosystem. This team integrates large-scale software engineering, real-time decisioning, data platforms, AI, machine learning, risk intelligence, and operational tools to safeguard customers, associates, sellers, merchants, and the business. Members collaborate closely with stakeholders to design and implement scalable solutions, drive program execution, and ensure technical excellence. The team values strategic program management, technical leadership, and innovative problem-solving to deliver secure and reliable commerce experiences worldwide.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in program and project management, including defining and executing large-scale strategic initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead technical program implementation with strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Expertise in technical design, solution architecture, and product roadmaps for complex systems and platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision making and risk management.
- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams, driving process improvements, and fostering operational excellence.
- Proficiency in communication frameworks to align numerous teams and influence executive stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 8 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
- 10 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 6 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 execute program implementation strategies impacting enterprise-wide domains, securing cross-functional commitment.
- Lead end-to-end system solution design for complex technical initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and architectural standards.
- Identify and resolve cross-pillar dependencies, redundancies, and risks to optimize program outcomes and resource efficiency.
- Drive stakeholder engagement frameworks, facilitating consensus and alignment across numerous teams and leadership levels.
- Mentor team members on technical design, engineering practices, and problem-solving methodologies to enhance delivery quality.
- Utilize data-driven insights to monitor program performance, adjust plans, and communicate progress to executive leadership.
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 leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption expense reimbursement
- Surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
- Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live Better U) for full-time and part-time associates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
