(USA) Distinguished, Technical Program Manager

Walmart; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 338,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Walmart-paid education benefits

Job summary

Walmart is looking for a Distinguished Technical Program Manager in Sunnyvale, CA. This role involves shaping platform strategy for international markets and driving execution across product and engineering teams. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience and a strong background in software architecture and Agile delivery.

Walmart offers competitive pay ranging from $169,000 to $338,000 annually, along with extensive health and financial benefits. This position supports innovation in eCommerce, focusing on both technology and customer experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technical program management or product management.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/SAFe frameworks and enterprise systems.
• Proven success in driving large-scale cross-functional programs.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute platform/product strategy across global markets.
• Lead high-impact initiatives for platform modernization and AI.
• Align stakeholders on roadmaps and capacity planning.

Skills

Technical program management

Agile methodologies

Software architecture

Cloud technologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

Join Walmart as a Distinguished Technical Program Manager, supporting the International eCommerce Tech Platforms at Walmart Global Tech. In this high-impact role, you will drive platform strategy and execution across Walmart’s international markets, including Mexico, Chile, and Canada. Acting as a trusted thought partner, you will shape technology and platform direction, enable scalable solutions, and ensure alignment across product, engineering, and business teams. Success in this role requires deep expertise in software and product development, platform architecture, data strategy, Agile delivery, and translating technical complexity into clear strategic outcomes.

About the team

Walmart International eCommerce Technology delivers innovative digital shopping solutions across multiple countries, enhancing customer experiences through scalable, personalized platforms. The team focuses on optimizing fulfillment and enabling seamless omnichannel interactions by integrating advanced technology, data, and innovation. Collaborating across functions, they drive large-scale programs with complex dependencies, ensuring effective program management, technical design, and process improvements. This team values clear communication, strategic planning, and continuous enhancement to support business goals and deliver high-quality outcomes in fast-growing markets worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with the VP of International Tech to define and execute eCommerce platform/product strategy across global markets.
• Lead high-impact initiatives spanning platform modernization, AI adoption, developer productivity, systems integration, and legacy system retirement.
• Drive roadmap planning, prioritization, execution, and adoption in collaboration with Product and Engineering teams.
• Translate business, customer, and market needs into scalable platform / product capabilities and measurable outcomes.
• Align cross-functional stakeholders on roadmaps, capacity planning, governance, and performance metrics.
• Lead portfolio planning, operating rhythms, and executive communications to drive organizational clarity and accountability.
• Accelerate innovation, reduce technical debt, improve platform reliability, and scale solutions that deliver customer and business impact.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related technical field required; MBA or equivalent experience a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in technical program management, product management, engineering leadership, or technology operations.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, Agile/SAFe frameworks, enterprise systems, and cloud technologies (Azure, GCP, or AWS).
• Proven success in driving large-scale, cross-functional product and engineering programs, ideally in a global, matrixed organization.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills - able to explain complex technical and product issues to executive audiences and influence outcomes.
• Experience defining tech and product strategy, roadmap tradeoffs, product requirements, success metrics, and outcome-based prioritization for technical platforms.

Benefits and Compensation

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 $169,000.00 - $338,000.00. 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

815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America

Drug-Free Workplace

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.