(USA) Senior Manager, Technical Program Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Senior Manager, Technical Program Management to lead large-scale technology programs, define goals, manage dependencies and drive end-to-end delivery.

This role requires systems thinking, leadership, and mentoring TPMs while aligning stakeholders to strategic priorities, supporting operational excellence and innovation in a dynamic tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/engineering or related field with 6 years’ related experience.
• Alternatively, 8 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Experience leading large-scale, complex technical programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of large-scale technical programs.
• Manage cross-functional dependencies and resource allocation.
• Define program goals, gates, and critical paths.
• Ensure sound technical practices across engineering solutions.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and resolve issues to maintain momentum.
• Mentor team members and promote automation to improve efficiency.
• Communicate progress and risks to stakeholders and executives.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Systems thinking

Technical expertise

Communication skills

Risk management

Mentoring

Automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

8 years of related engineering/ TPM experience

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:

The Senior Manager, Technical Program Management leads complex, large-scale technology programs by defining clear goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end delivery. This role requires expertise in program planning, technical solution design, and risk mitigation to ensure scalable, high-quality outcomes. The position involves managing a team of TPMs, optimizing processes, and fostering effective communication with stakeholders to align priorities and resolve challenges. The successful candidate will leverage systems thinking and leadership skills to advance initiatives that enhance operational excellence and innovation within a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

About the team:

Our team leads strategic initiatives with full ownership, ensuring transparency and timely delivery across complex programs. We apply advanced program and risk management skills to define goals, develop comprehensive delivery plans, and manage dependencies that drive cross-functional collaboration. Focused on operational excellence, the team translates business strategies into measurable outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement and challenge resolution. Committed to continuous improvement, we foster a results-driven environment that supports impactful business value delivery and innovation across technical and program management disciplines. Leadership, systems thinking, and executive communication are key to our success.

What you'll do:

• Be a leader in AI transformation to shape TPM best practices.
• Lead the planning and execution of large-scale technical programs, managing cross-functional dependencies and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery.
• Define program goals, stage gates, and critical paths while driving clarity and alignment across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure sound technical practices are implemented across engineering solutions.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and proactively resolve issues to maintain program momentum and quality outcomes.
• Mentor team members on best practices, promote continuous improvement, and implement automation to enhance program efficiency.
• Communicate progress and risks effectively to stakeholders and executives.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in program management, including planning, execution, and risk mitigation for large-scale, complex technical initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor teams and drive cross-functional collaboration across multiple workstreams.
• Proficiency in systems thinking and technical expertise in software, hardware, cloud infrastructure, and service management frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills to align stakeholders, manage expectations, and deliver clear, concise program updates.
• Analytical problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Proven ability to develop scalable, repeatable processes and improve operational excellence.

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 (https://one.walmart.com/).

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, 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., Supervisory, 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...

809 11th Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, 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.

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.