Principal, Technical Program Manager

Job description

Role summary

The Principal, Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale technology programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end delivery. This role requires expertise in program planning, technical design, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement to ensure scalable, high-quality solutions. The position involves coordinating multiple teams, resolving ambiguities, and optimizing workflows to meet strategic objectives.

The successful candidate will leverage strong communication and analytical skills to influence outcomes, mentor team members, and continuously improve processes, contributing to the advancement of technology initiatives within a dynamic environment.

About the team

The Marketplace Tech & AI Strategy team leads enterprise-wide execution by integrating technology, operations, people, and investment through a unified platform. The team establishes sustainable governance and operating rhythms to advance initiatives independently. Focused on strategic planning, risk management, and data-driven investment decisions, it aligns technology strategy with business goals to support lasting transformation.

Emphasizing effective project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration, the team ensures streamlined delivery and continuous improvement across Walmart’s marketplace technology landscape, driving operational excellence and value creation.

What you'll do

Define and manage large-scale technical programs, establishing goals, stage gates, and key deliverables across multiple teams and dependencies. Secure commitments for scope, resources, and timelines while resolving conflicts and driving clarity in ambiguous situations. Lead end-to-end system design discussions ensuring scalability, high availability, and performance. Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage issues to maintain program momentum.

Establish and improve scalable workflows, prioritization frameworks, and operational excellence practices. Communicate progress and risks effectively to stakeholders, aligning teams and facilitating decision-making. Mentor team members on best practices in program management and technical execution.

What you'll bring

Extensive experience in program and project 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. Strong technical expertise in system design, cloud infrastructure, software lifecycle, and service management frameworks. Skilled in translating product requirements into scalable technical designs and ensuring operational excellence through monitoring and incident management.

Demonstrated capability to manage budgets, prioritize resources, and mitigate risks to drive successful program outcomes. Excellent communication skills to align stakeholders, report progress, and resolve ambiguities effectively. 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 . The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock

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.