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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff, Technology Strategy - **Company:** Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. - **Location:** Bentonville, AR, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Information Technology, Data Analytics, Marketplace - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/5C49020B01AA4765956AEFAA9E9682D4/job/ ## About the Role * Proven expertise in technology strategy development and corporate strategy alignment. * Strong project management skills, including risk identification, mitigation, and adherence to timelines. * Experience in financial management, budgeting, and monitoring project expenditures. * Ability to influence and build consensus among stakeholders through clear, concise communication. * Knowledge of business process optimization and change management methodologies. * Analytical mindset with capability to assess market trends and competitive technology landscapes. * Proficiency in coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver strategic technology initiatives., 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, business, finance, strategy, or related area and 6 years' experience in retail, eCommerce, strategy, operations, technology, management consulting, or related areaOption 2: 8 years' experience in retail, eCommerce, strategy, operations, technology, management consulting or related area. Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Experience in Technology area will be an add on, Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Finance, Strategy, or related area and 5 Years of relevant experience in Retail, eCommerce, Strategy, Operations, Management Consulting or related area. ## Description The Staff, Technology Strategy role involves leading the development and execution of technology strategies aligned with organizational goals. This position requires managing complex projects, overseeing financial plans, and mitigating risks while collaborating across teams to drive impactful solutions. The role demands strong analytical skills to assess trends and technology landscapes, influence stakeholders, and ensure alignment with business priorities. The successful candidate will facilitate effective communication, promote continuous improvement, and support strategic decision making to advance Marketplace Technology initiatives and overall business objectives. About the team: The Marketplace Tech & AI Strategy team drives enterprise-wide initiatives by integrating technology, operations, people, and investments through a unified platform. The team establishes sustainable governance and operating rhythms to advance projects independently, focusing on strategic planning, risk management, and data-driven investment decisions. By aligning technology strategy with business objectives, it supports lasting transformation. Emphasizing effective project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration, the team ensures streamlined delivery and continuous improvement across Walmart's marketplace technology landscape, fostering operational excellence and value creation. What you'll do: * Develop, prioritize, and coordinate technology strategy work plans aligned with organizational goals. * Track project schedules, costs, milestones, and communications to ensure timely delivery and adherence to standards. * Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving critical issues to minimize impacts on outcomes. * Create and execute communication plans to provide clear, consistent updates to stakeholders. * Analyze business and industry trends to inform strategic technology decisions and long-term planning. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence and build consensus on technology initiatives. * Monitor financial plans and expenditures to support effective program management and resource allocation. ## Related Videos - [IKEA Story: Transforming an Iconic Retail Brand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/444-ikea-story-transforming-an-iconic-retail-brand) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [Coffee with Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/341-coffee-with-developers) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) ## Related Articles - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv)