Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Immigration Sponsorship is not available in this role
Role summary:
The Principal, Technical Program Manager 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, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful delivery within resource and timeline constraints. The position involves translating technical requirements into scalable designs, overseeing system integration, and promoting operational excellence. The incumbent mentors team members, fosters continuous improvement, and communicates effectively across multiple teams to align priorities and resolve challenges, contributing to the achievement of strategic business objectives.
About the team:
Our team drives the delivery of innovative emerging technologies to create engaging experiences for Walmart customers across native iOS and Android mobile applications and the Web. Collaborating closely with Engineering, Product, Design, Architecture, and Business partners, we ensure timely, high-quality program execution. The team excels in managing complex programs, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and applying technical design expertise to support scalable, reliable solutions. Focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence, we deliver impactful technology initiatives that enhance customer experiences in a wide range of environments. What you'll do:
Lead large-scale, cross-functional technical programs that deliver innovative, customer-centric technology solutions.
Define technical program goals, delivery milestones, dependencies, and success metrics across multiple workstreams.
Translate product and business requirements into technical execution plans, collaborating closely with engineering and architecture teams.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to accelerate Walmart's Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities, especially in support of Sparky , our next-generation AI assistant.
Navigate ambiguity with confidence, driving clarity and structure in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Use tools like Jira, Confluence, and Airtable to manage workflows, track progress, and communicate effectively.
Mentor and coach junior technical program managers , contributing to the growth of program management practices across the organization.
Communicate technical program status, risks, and trade-offs to stakeholders at various levels, using data-driven insights to influence decisions.
Apply deep knowledge of Agile methodologies and risk/change management practices to ensure successful delivery.
Drive delivery of innovative GenAI capabilities that enhance customer experience and associate productivity.
Manage dependencies and risks across multiple technical programs and teams.
Collaborate with geographically distributed teams, including offshore and vendor partners.
Support Walmart's mission to deliver best-in-class technology at scale through Sparky and other AI initiatives.
What you'll bring:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in technical program management or engineering leadership.
Experience managing large software portfolios and collaborating across business and technical domains.
Understanding of the nuances of deploying AI/ML solutions at scale, including data governance, model lifecycle, and ethical considerations.
Ability to build alignment across diverse teams and influence without authority.
Ability to seamlessly shift between strategic planning and tactical execution.
Hold a PMP certification or equivalent experience.
Engineering background or experience leading technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a technical field.
Experience in retail or e-commerce domains.
Background in engineering or technical leadership.
About Walmart Global Tech:
Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. Thats what we do at Walmart Global Tech. Were a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts and service professionals within the worlds leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.
Walmart's culture is a competitive advantage, and its fostered by being together. Working together in person allows us to collaborate, align quickly and innovate with greater speed. We use our campuses to create purposeful connection rooted in deepening understanding and investing in the development of our associates.
Our hubs: Walmart is a global company with offices across the United States and around the world. Our global headquarters is in Bentonville, Arkansas, with primary hubs in the San Francisco Bay area and New York/New Jersey.
Benefits:
Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process. At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices . Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart (https://one.walmart.com/) .
The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: 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.
Option 2: 8 years' experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
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., We value candidates with a 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. The ideal candidate would have 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.
Primary Location...
1375 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
