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# (USA) Principal, Technical Program Manager

- **Company:** Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Web Accessibility, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Information Systems, Machine Learning, Software Systems, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Agentic-AI, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management, Tools for Reporting
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/28_25303_78c6ea92d5eb0d52b6f25f069ec1bc71

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Data Analytics, or related field.
 * 10+ years leading large-scale, complex technical programs across teams and platforms.
 * Proven experience managing roadmaps, dependencies, risks, and delivery commitments.
 * Strong understanding of software systems, architecture, data platforms, and engineering practices.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.
 * Experience driving planning, governance, and operating rigor across organizations.
 * Ability to influence without authority, navigate ambiguity, and build trusted partnerships.
 * Experience leveraging AI, automation, or data-driven tools to improve execution.
 * Passion for scalable processes and organizational effectiveness., * 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., 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.

## Description

Walmart's AI & Data organization brings together the capabilities needed to make AI and data an enterprise advantage. Within AI & Data, the Retail Intelligence team develops and scales shared AI models and services that power products and businesses across Walmart. Our work spans areas including Commerce Foundational Models, Content & Creative AI, and Agentic Simulation. We partner closely with Engineering, Data Science, Product, and Business teams to translate advanced AI capabilities into scalable solutions that improve customer experiences, associate productivity, operational efficiency, and measurable business outcomes., * Lead end-to-end execution of strategic, cross-functional technical programs from planning through delivery.

 * Serve as the STO across initiatives, milestones, dependencies, risks, and commitments.
 * Align Engineering, Data Science, Product, and Business teams around shared priorities and outcomes.
 * Drive technical discussions, tradeoffs, and cross-functional decisions.
 * Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks to improve delivery predictability.
 * Use data, metrics, dashboards, and executive reporting to communicate program health and outcomes.
 * Build scalable operating mechanisms and ways of working.
 * Leverage AI, automation, and analytics to improve productivity.
 * Advance TPM best practices and raise the program management bar.