(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager

Principal, Technical Program Manager

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, technical design, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful delivery across multiple teams. The position involves translating product requirements into scalable system architectures, overseeing program execution, and fostering continuous improvement. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while aligning stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives within dynamic environments.

The Enterprise People Technology team drives the deployment and adoption of innovative People technology across Walmart's global operations. Focused on enhancing associate experience and operational efficiency, the team integrates service operations with technology solutions in Finance, People, and Associate Digital Experience. As part of Walmart Global Tech's Enterprise Business Services, the team leads strategic initiatives that support millions of associates worldwide. The Principal Technical Program Manager role within the Associate Lifecycle team plays a key part in advancing product innovation, leveraging data-driven insights, and delivering scalable enterprise solutions that align with business goals and technical excellence.

Expect to:

• Lead and manage complex, large-scale technical programs with multiple interdependent projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and delivery timelines.
• Define program scopes, stage gates, critical paths, and key deliverables while securing commitments from cross-functional teams.
• Translate product requirements into technical designs, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure scalable, high-availability solutions.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve ambiguities, and drive clarity across program teams to maintain progress and quality outcomes.
• Establish and improve scalable workflows, automation frameworks, and operational excellence practices across initiatives.
• Communicate program status, risks, and impacts effectively to stakeholders, fostering alignment and informed decision-making.
• Mentor team members on best practices in program management, technical design.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in program and project management, including risk mitigation and stakeholder engagement across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong technical expertise in systems architecture, cloud infrastructure, and software/hardware lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to translate product requirements into scalable technical designs and ensure operational excellence through monitoring and incident management.
• Skilled in Agile methodologies, program planning tools, and frameworks to drive delivery of large-scale technology programs.
• Exceptional communication skills to align stakeholders and provide clear, data-driven progress updates.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams and implementing process improvements for enhanced efficiency and quality outcomes.

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.

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.

The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00-$264,000.00 in Bellevue, Washington and $110,000.00-$220,000.00 in Bentonville, Arkansas. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include: Stock.

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

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.