(USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager

Walmart; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Education benefits

Job summary

Walmart in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager on the Global Tech Strategy Team to drive analytics, define strategy, and deliver large-scale technology programs across multiple teams. You will influence executives, shape financial impact, and ensure delivery of strategic initiatives.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and the integration of AI and emerging tech to improve operations. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytics to define strategy and solutions to meet objectives
• Define and deliver large-scale technical programs, coordinating cross-functional alignment to meet delivery
• Establish and improve standardized workflows, prioritization frameworks, and automation opportunities to improve Global Tech Execution
• Use data to influence solutions across the organization
• Communicate strategy, impact, and results (both technical and financial) to executive leaders and stakeholders

Skills

Program management experience

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area

Tools

Cloud infrastructure

System design

Job description

Position Summary... What you'll do...Role summary: As a Principal Technical Program Manager on the Global Tech Strategy Team, you will drive analytics, define the strategy, lead the planning, and deliver complex, large-scale technology programs, ensuring alignment across multiple teams and stakeholders. This role requires expertise in analytics, program management, technical design, executive influence coupled with financial acumen to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions. You will ensure cross-functional collaboration, manage delivery, and implement solutions across the Walmart footprint. By providing clear communication and strategic oversight, you will enable successful delivery of technology initiatives that support business objectives and operational excellence within a dynamic environment.

About the team: The Global Tech Strategy team leads large-scale, cross-functional programs to optimize non-wage spend and improve operational efficiency. This team expertly manages complex dependencies and delivers strategic technology solutions aligned with business objectives. Members apply advanced program management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to achieve measurable outcomes. Emphasizing clear executive communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement, the team supports scalable, high-quality technology initiatives. By combining technical expertise with strategic insights, the team advances Walmart’s mission and operational excellence on a global scale.

What you'll do:

• Perform analytics to define strategy and solutions to meet objectives
• Define and deliver large-scale technical programs, coordinating cross-functional alignment to meet delivery
• Establish and improve standardized workflows, prioritization frameworks, and automation opportunities to improve Global Tech Execution
• Use data to influence solutions across the organization
• Communicate strategy, impact, and results (both technical and financial) to executive leaders and stakeholders

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience driving analytics and insights from disparate data sources
• Extensive experience in program and project management, including risk and stakeholder management across complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong technical expertise in system design, cloud infrastructure, software lifecycle, and emerging technologies.
• Proven ability to develop a technology strategy with clear goals and benefits
• Demonstrated executive presence with effective communication and influence across teams and stakeholders.
• Financial acumen to articulate short and long term impact of technical decisions on P&L
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence and product strategy to support innovative technology solutions and improved delivery

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.

Sunnyvale, California US-11656: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00

Bellevue, Washington US-11663: The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00 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, 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

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 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

1375 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.