(USA) Manager, Technology Operations

Reference: R-2597583Posted: 2026-09-01Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $80000 - $155000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficeImplement data governance standards, policies, and stewardship practices.Partner with business and technology teams to improve data quality and resolve issues.Support metadata management, business glossaries, and the Enterprise Data Portal.Enable secure, role-based data access and governed data sharing.Provide governance for sensitive and regulated data.Deliver governance training, track KPIs, and drive continuous improvement.Embed governance into operational processes and data product delivery.What you'll bring:Experience implementing data governance and stewardship practices.Strong understanding of data quality, metadata management, and governance frameworks.Ability to collaborate across business, Product, Engineering, and Analytics teams.Knowledge of data access, privacy, and regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and GDPR.Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.A hands-on, execution-focused mindset with the ability to influence change and continuously improve governance maturity.The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.Your Career Journey at Walmart:At Walmart, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us as recruiters:We’ll reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in "@walmart.com.” or “@samsclub.com”. All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: . There is no cost or payment required to apply or be considered for a position.If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity. Thank you for exploring opportunities at Walmart! 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 . 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 $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - StockSummaryRole summary: The Manager, Data Governance is responsible for implementing and operationalizing Walmart Claims Services' data governance program. This role partners across business, Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Data teams to establish governance standards, improve data quality, enable compliant data access and sharing, and drive adoption of enterprise data governance practices. The role ensures trusted, secure, and business-ready data that supports informed decision-making, regulatory compliance, and delivery of high-value data products. About the team: The Data Governance team enables Walmart Claims Services to treat data as a strategic asset. We establish the standards, processes, and capabilities that ensure data is accurate, trusted, secure, and accessible. Working closely with business and technology partners, we support enterprise data strategy through governance, stewardship, metadata management, data quality, and responsible data sharing—empowering teams to confidently use data to improve business outcomes and customer experiences.Minimum qualifications["Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, industrial engineering, engineering management, business, information systems, project/program management, information technology, finance, management, or related area and 3 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area. \nOption 2: 5 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area."]Preferred qualifications["Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems, industrial engineering, engineering management, business, information systems, project/program management, information technology, finance, management, or related area", "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."]