Distinguished, Technical Program Manager

StartupNWA; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PTO and various leave programs

Live Better U education benefit

Job summary

Walmart in Bentonville, AR seeks a Distinguished Technical Program Manager to lead multi-year, enterprise-scale software initiatives across dozens of engineering teams. You will define goals, manage dependencies, and guide execution with a focus on scalable workflows and risk management.

The role requires 15+ years in strategic programs and experience partnering with senior engineers and architects. You will mentor TPMs, communicate with executives, and drive continuous improvement in delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 7 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• 9 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Strong analytical problem solving and risk mitigation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, planning, and end-to-end delivery of company-wide, multi-year technical initiatives across dozens of organizations and engineers.
• Partner with Senior Engineers and Senior Architects to shape technical strategy, high availability, and performance aligned with delivery timelines.
• Take ownership of highly ambiguous '0 to 1' initiatives where no precedent exists and drive execution.
• Identify and dismantle organizational silos and systemic friction points to improve workflows.
• Serve as trusted advisor to the executive team and board members; mentor TPMs.

Skills

Strategic program management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

System architecture

Mentoring TPMs

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

MBA with specialization in strategy

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The Distinguished Technical Program Manager leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving clarity amid ambiguity. This role requires expertise in end-to-end technology solutions, system architecture, and program execution while mentoring teams on best practices. The position emphasizes proactive risk management, stakeholder engagement, and continuous process improvement to ensure successful delivery. Leveraging technical and domain knowledge, the manager aligns program outcomes with business objectives, fosters effective communication, and accelerates timelines through scalable, repeatable workflows across multiple engineering teams.

About the team: The Marketplace Tech & AI Strategy team leads enterprise-wide initiatives by integrating technology, operations, and investments through a unified platform. The team establishes sustainable governance and operating rhythms to advance projects independently, focusing on strategic planning, risk management, and data-driven investment decisions. Aligning technology strategy with business goals, it drives 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, fostering operational excellence and value creation.

What you'll do:

• Enterprise-Scale Execution: Lead the strategy, planning, and end-to-end delivery of company-wide, multi-year technical initiatives , spanning dozens of organizations and hundreds of engineers.
• Strategic Technical Partnership: Partner with Senior Engineers and Senior Architects to shape technical strategy, high availability, performance, and alignment with delivery timelines.
• Ambiguity Resolution & Plan Execution: Take ownership of highly ambiguous "0 to 1" initiatives where no precedent exists.
• Systemic Optimization & Workflows: Identify and dismantle organizational silos and systemic friction points.
• Executive & Stakeholder Communication: Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team and board members.
• Mentor & Elevate: Serve as the champion for the TPM discipline.

What you'll bring:

• Experience: 15+ years of experience driving complex strategic programs, managing cross-functional outcomes, and leading technical program management—including 2+ years operating at a Principal, or equivalent highly-senior Individual Contributor (IC) level.
• Technical Depth: Extensive expertise in system architecture, software development, and infrastructure design.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Demonstrated skills in data-driven decision‑making and proactive risk mitigation
• Proven Scale: A track record of successfully delivering massive-scale, mission‑critical software or infrastructure programs from inception to global deployment.
• Influence & Alignment: Exceptional stakeholder management skills with a proven ability to lead without authority across multiple VP‑level organizations

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 $130,000.00 - $260,000.00

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 7 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Option 2: 9 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 5 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...

1601 SE 10th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.