(USA) Staff, Technical Program Manager

Walmart Global Tech; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including medical, eye

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase program

PTO and paid leave

Job summary

Walmart Global Tech in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Staff, Technical Program Manager to lead multiple medium- to high-complexity technology programs, aligning deliverables with strategic objectives and managing cross-functional dependencies.

You will translate product needs into robust designs across applications, platforms, infrastructure, and security, coordinate teams, report progress, and ensure quality outcomes through governance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area with 5 years' experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Alternative: 7 years' experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Preferred Qualifications: PM certification, MBA with strategy/supply chain/finance information systems, and experience in accessible digital experiences.

Responsibilities

• Defines goals, deliverables, schedules, and critical paths for medium- to high-complexity programs.
• Secures commitment from teams and manages dependencies.
• Clarifies requirements with engineering teams and translates feature needs into robust designs.
• Maps deliverables to program success metrics and synthesizes data into insights.
• Prepares concise reports and communicates complex information to diverse audiences.

Skills

Program planning

Risk mitigation

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

System design concepts

APIs

Cloud computing

Hardware lifecycle

Data analysis

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

5+ years in engineering/technical program management

Tools

APIs

Cloud platforms

Job description

Position Summary...
What you’ll do...Role summary:
The (USA) Staff, Technical Program Manager leads complex, medium- to high-complexity technology programs, aligning deliverables with strategic objectives while managing cross-functional dependencies. This role requires expertise in program planning, technical design, and stakeholder engagement to drive end-to-end solutions and operational excellence. The position involves risk management, communication of progress and risks, and continuous process improvement. The successful candidate will independently coordinate teams, resolve ambiguities, and ensure quality outcomes through effective governance and collaboration, supporting innovation and scalable technology initiatives within the organization.
About the team:
Join the GTP PMO Team at Walmart Global Tech’s Platforms organization, where we drive execution excellence across multiple technology domains. The team accelerates program delivery by managing risks, dependencies, and adoption efforts within Global Tech. Known for its focus on execution, automation, and strong relationship building, the team supports complex technology initiatives that impact millions daily. Technical program managers gain exposure to different technology areas, collaborate with a supportive peer group, and contribute to a culture grounded in Walmart’s core values, fostering innovation and operational excellence across the retail ecosystem.
What you’ll do:

• Defines goals, deliverables, schedules, and critical paths for managing multiple medium- to high-complexity programs in alignment with overall strategic objectives and shifting priorities.
• Independently secures commitment from teams involved and manages dependencies within your assigned area of work.
• Independently clarifies requirements with engineering teams and translates product feature needs into robust technical designs across applications, platforms, infrastructure, and security.
• Maps deliverables to program success metrics. Synthesizes data from multiple vista points (engineering excellence, product analytics, program success) into actionable insights and suggests alternative solutions.
• Prepares concise, logically structured reports/materials and communicates complex technical information clearly to large and varied audiences.

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience in planning, execution, and risk mitigation for medium to high-complexity initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with a proven record of coordinating cross-functional dependencies and building relationships.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodology, system design concepts, APIs, cloud computing, and hardware/software lifecycles (EOL, upgrades, migrations).
• Ability to analyze data and use fact-finding techniques to improve processes and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and developing team members while promoting ethical standards and 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.The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 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 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...

• 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...
2403 Se J 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.