(USA) Senior Manager, Technical Program Management

About the role

The Senior Manager, Technical Program Management leads complex, large-scale programs by defining goals, managing cross-functional dependencies, and driving end-to-end technology solutions. This role requires expertise in program planning, technical design, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful delivery within resource and timeline constraints. The position emphasizes continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and effective communication to align teams and stakeholders. The manager mentors team members, promotes operational excellence, and leverages emerging technologies to optimize program outcomes while maintaining high standards of integrity and business value.

What you'll do

• Define goals, stage gates, and key deliverables for large-scale technical programs with multiple dependencies and resource constraints.
• Drive clarity and resolve ambiguities in business and product strategies to align program teams and leadership.
• Lead end-to-end technology solution discussions, ensuring scalable, high-availability system designs.
• Identify synergies and optimize program tracks to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Establish and improve scalable workflows, risk mitigation plans, and operational excellence frameworks.
• Communicate progress, risks, and impacts clearly to stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Manage team of TPMs and mentor best practices in program and technical management.

About the team

About the team: Our team leads strategic initiatives with full ownership, ensuring transparency and timely delivery across programs. Leveraging advanced program management and technical expertise, we define goals, develop delivery plans, and manage dependencies to drive cross-functional collaboration. Focused on program excellence, the team creates operating models that translate business strategies into measurable outcomes. We engage stakeholders effectively to align priorities and resolve challenges, fostering a results-driven environment that supports continuous improvement and impactful business value delivery.

What you'll bring

• Extensive experience in program and technical management, including planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale, complex initiatives.
• Proficiency with program management tools such as JIRA and strong stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to define goals, manage cross-functional dependencies, and drive clarity in ambiguous situations.
• Strong knowledge of system architecture, cloud infrastructure, and software lifecycle processes.
• Proven skills in risk management, resource alignment, and budget oversight to ensure program success.
• Excellent communication skills to engage stakeholders and produce clear, data-driven reports.
• Demonstrated leadership in mentoring teams and promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Additional compensation

• Annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
• Stock options for certain positions.

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

• 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 experience.
• Knowledge of creating inclusive digital experiences and implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.

Primary Location

2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America

Additional Information

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.

Benefits: 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 options.

Education Benefit: 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Walmart is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class.