Staff, Technical Program Manager

Walmart, Inc.

$110K — $220K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in engineering or technical program management, or 7+ years in a related role.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Certification in Project Management preferred.
  • Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on strategy or finance is a plus.
  • Experience with digital accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA) is valued.
  • Skills in mentoring and fostering team performance are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Define and manage large-scale technical programs with complex dependencies.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in delivering end-to-end technology solutions.
  • Oversee system design discussions for scalability and performance.
  • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep programs on track.
  • Establish scalable workflows and operational excellence practices.
  • Communicate program progress and risks clearly to stakeholders.
  • Mentor team members on program management best practices.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match and stock purchase plan.
  • Paid maternity and parental leave.
  • Flexible working hours and PTO.
  • Incentive awards for performance.
  • Permanent virtual work with occasional in-person collaboration.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Walmart US Tech is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Technical Program Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing the development of large-scale, cross-functional projects in a multi-disciplinary environment. If you thrive on solving complex technical problems and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with passionate software developers, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As our business continues to expand into new opportunities and evolve with innovations in customer experience and retail services, we have an exciting opportunity to build software that scales our operations, leads the industry through innovation, and delights millions of customers worldwide. We leverage cutting-edge technologies such as big data, machine learning, AI, real-time analytics, and high-volume, low-latency, high-availability services to achieve these goals

*Immigration Sponsorship support is NOT available for this role*
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, resolving ambiguities and driving clarity in program execution.
  • Oversee system design discussions, ensuring scalability, high availability, and performance across software and infrastructure components.
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage issues to maintain program momentum and achieve objectives.
  • Establish and improve scalable workflows, prioritization frameworks, and operational excellence practices.
  • Communicate progress and risks effectively to stakeholders, fostering alignment and informed decision-making.
  • Mentor team members on best practices in program and technical management.


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 system architecture, software development, and infrastructure design, with the ability to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
  • Proven ability to define and execute program plans, manage dependencies, and drive continuous improvement processes.
  • Skilled in communication and alignment, capable of delivering clear, data-driven updates to stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision making and impact analysis.
  • Experience mentoring teams and fostering high-performance environment to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Experience leveraging GenAI and advanced analytics to improve planning, automate workflows, accelerate decision-making, and enhance program visibility at scale.

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 duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

Benefits and Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great benefits include a 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, flexible working hours, and more.
We are reimagining the tech workplace by making a permanent transition to virtual work for most of our team. Of course, being together in person is an important part of our culture and shared success. Well collaborate in person at a regular cadence and with purpose.

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 5 years' experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Option 2: 7 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 3 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...

1395 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.

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