Walmart

Principal, Product Manager

Walmart$110K — $220K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive experience developing and executing product strategies for complex digital products.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of using data to guide decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders within complex organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Drive customer understanding through research and analysis.
  • Establish mechanisms for gathering customer feedback and product usage data.
  • Define product vision and develop compelling strategies.
  • Manage product roadmaps and guide product development from concept to launch.
  • Leverage analytics to inform product decisions and foster a culture of experimentation.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) and stock purchase programs
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy assistance
  • Disability coverage
  • Associate discounts
  • Live Better U educational benefits
  • Additional wellbeing and financial support programs
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Principal, Product Management
Position Summary
Walmart is seeking a Principal Product Manager to define product strategy and drive transformational outcomes across a portfolio of related products or a major product area. As a recognized product authority, you will influence organization-wide decisions through deep domain expertise, customer-centric thinking, data-driven insights, and cross-functional leadership. You will own complex customer problems, shape long-term product vision, and establish best practices that elevate the Product Management discipline across the organization.
In this role, you will partner with Engineering, Design, Data Science, Operations, and Business leaders to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that create value for customers, members, and the business.

What You'll Do
Drive Customer Understanding and Problem Discovery
  • Build deep insights into customer and business needs through research, design thinking, journey mapping, and process analysis.
  • Establish scalable mechanisms for gathering customer feedback, analyzing product usage data, and identifying emerging opportunities.
  • Translate insights into prioritized problem statements and measurable customer outcomes.
  • Define product success metrics and ensure validation across customer, business, and product dimensions.
  • Influence portfolio and enterprise prioritization through data-backed opportunity sizing and strategic recommendations.

Define Product Vision and Strategy
  • Develop and evolve product strategies that align customer needs, business priorities, and technology investments.
  • Identify market opportunities and shape multi-year strategic initiatives across a product portfolio.
  • Apply Whole Product thinking and hypothesis-driven problem solving to guide product direction and investment decisions.
  • Communicate compelling product visions and strategic narratives to senior leaders and stakeholders.
  • Lead portfolio-level build, buy, and partner decisions and create scalable platforms or partnerships that deliver broad organizational value.

Lead Product Execution and Lifecycle Management
  • Develop and manage roadmaps spanning multiple products and initiatives.
  • Guide product development from concept through launch, adoption, and optimization.
  • Drive prioritization, dependency management, risk mitigation, and resource alignment across teams.
  • Establish and reinforce product management standards, governance models, and delivery excellence practices.
  • Own post-launch success metrics and ensure continuous optimization through telemetry, experimentation, and customer feedback.

Leverage Data, Analytics, and Emerging Technologies
  • Drive strategic product decisions through analytics, experimentation, and insight generation.
  • Utilize data and feature analytics to validate assumptions and optimize business outcomes.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and AI opportunities to inform future product investments and innovation strategies.
  • Assess technology feasibility, scalability, risks, and architectural implications of product decisions.
  • Foster a culture of experimentation, measurement, and data fluency across product teams.

Influence Across the Enterprise
  • Lead complex cross-functional discussions and align stakeholders on strategic decisions.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on product, technology, and business strategy.
  • Drive innovation through industry trend analysis, automation opportunities, and process improvements.
  • Mentor and develop product managers while contributing to organizational capability building and talent development.
  • Raise the strategic and technical standards of Product Management across Walmart.


What You'll Bring
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive experience developing and executing product strategies for complex digital products, platforms, or ecosystems.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of leveraging data to drive product decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organizational environments.

Preferred Qualifications
  • MBA, Master's degree, or equivalent advanced education.
  • Experience managing large-scale product portfolios or platform-based products.
  • Deep understanding of modern product management practices, experimentation, analytics, and AI-enabled capabilities.
  • Proven track record of mentoring product managers and developing product management best practices.
  • Experience in retail, eCommerce, marketplace, consumer technology, enterprise software, or related industries.


Key Skills
  • Product Strategy
  • Product Roadmaps
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Customer-Centric Product Development
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Market & Competitive Analysis
  • AI & Emerging Technologies
  • Strategic Planning and Execution


Leadership Expectations
Respect the Individual
Build inclusive, high-performing teams, embrace diverse perspectives, foster a culture of belonging, and create opportunities for associates to grow and succeed.
Act with Integrity
Demonstrate the highest standards of ethics and compliance, lead by example, promote transparency and accountability, and support Walmart's culture and values.
Serve Our Customers and Members
Deliver business results while putting customers and members first, leveraging data, insights, and an omni-channel mindset to create meaningful value.
Strive for Excellence
Continuously seek improvement, encourage innovation and learning, embrace new technologies, and drive operational excellence across the organization.

Benefits
At Walmart, we offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to help associates thrive at work and in life, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) and stock purchase programs
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy assistance
  • Disability coverage
  • Associate discounts
  • Live Better U educational benefits
  • Additional wellbeing and financial support programs


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.

Bentonville, Arkansas US-30008: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00

San Bruno, California US-08848: 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 :

- Stock








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, engineering, or related area and 9 years' experience in product management. Option 2: 11 years' experience in 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.

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related area and 8 years' experience as a product manager, ideally working on consumer-facing, large-scale, highly complex B2B/C products, Supervisory experience, 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.

Masters: Business Administration, Masters: Computer Engineering, Masters: Computer Science

Primary Location...

1601 SE 10th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

About Walmart

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Walmart Careers

Joining Walmart means becoming part of a world-renowned team that leads with innovation and is committed to creating impact. As the largest retailer globally, Walmart offers unparalleled job opportunities and career growth in an environment that values diversity and leadership. Work You’ll Do At Walmart, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives our mission to help people save money so they can live better. Engage in work that matters with a company that offers both stability and the flexibility to explore different career paths. Transform the retail landscape with your skills and help shape the future of millions of customers worldwide. Walmart is at the forefront of combining retail with advanced technology, making it an exciting place for professional growth and innovation. Lead with Us Step into a role that harnesses your potential and places you at the intersection of retail and technology. Walmart is not just a company; it's a community where you can develop your leadership skills and contribute to a culture that nurtures professional growth. Work with a diverse team of experts who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members are valued and can thrive. Walmart Careers and Employment Opportunities We are continuously expanding our team to include enthusiastic professionals eager to drive change and make a significant impact. Explore a range of positions from entry-level to executive, each offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to advance. Innovate with Us Join Walmart and be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence. With over 2.3 million associates worldwide, you are joining the largest private employment group, ready to innovate, lead, and impact the global market. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Walmart internship. Gain invaluable experience, build your resume, and develop networking connections that will empower your career journey. Our internships provide a platform to apply your academic knowledge in real-world scenarios, preparing you for future employment. Be Part of a Great Team At Walmart, our team is our strength. We invest in our employees through robust training programs, leadership development, and opportunities for career advancement. Enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive and inclusive environment where every member’s contribution is valued. Future-Proof Your Career Your journey at Walmart can be as vast as your ambitions. With endless opportunities to grow, learn, and lead, you can take your professional experience to new heights. Benefit from our comprehensive training programs and develop the skills needed for tomorrow’s challenges. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore the diverse job opportunities at Walmart and find where you can make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Walmart. SEARCH WALMART JOBS Join Walmart today and be part of a story of growth, innovation, and leadership.
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Size
2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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