Position 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 technical design to ensure scalable, high-quality outcomes. The position involves coordinating multiple teams, resolving ambiguities, and implementing efficient workflows while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate fosters continuous improvement, mentors team members, and aligns program execution with strategic business objectives to deliver measurable results within resource and timeline constraints.

What you'll do...

The Enterprise People Technology team leads the deployment of advanced People technology across Walmart’s global operations, enhancing associate experience and operational efficiency. Integrating service operations with technology in Finance, People, and Associate Digital Experience, the team drives strategic initiatives supporting millions worldwide. As part of Walmart Global Tech’s Enterprise Business Services, it advances product innovation through data-driven insights and scalable enterprise solutions. The Principal Technical Program Manager within the Associate Lifecycle team plays a vital role in aligning technical excellence with business goals, ensuring impactful delivery and continuous improvement across complex programs.

What you'll do:

• 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, driving clarity in ambiguous situations.
• Oversee system design discussions, ensuring scalability, high availability, and performance across platforms.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage issues to maintain program momentum.
• Establish and improve scalable workflows, prioritization frameworks, and automation initiatives.
• Communicate progress and risks effectively to stakeholders, fostering alignment and informed decision-making.
• Mentor team members on best practices in program and technical management.
• Help Build Agentic AI Solutions

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in program and project management, including risk and stakeholder management across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong technical expertise in system architecture, software and hardware design, cloud infrastructure, and service management frameworks.
• Understanding of how to build Agentic AI solutions in multi cloud environment.
• Proven ability to translate product requirements into scalable technical designs and ensure operational excellence through monitoring and incident management.
• Proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies to drive program delivery and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication skills to align stakeholders and provide clear, data-driven updates.
• Analytical problem-solving capabilities to identify systemic issues and implement effective solutions.

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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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.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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Bellevue, Washington US-11075:The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00-$264,000.00

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Bentonville, Arkansas US-10735:The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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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...

10500 Ne 8Th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, 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.