Group Director, Technology Operations

Position Summary... Role Summary The Group Director, Technology Operations, leads a portfolio of strategic store technology initiatives that help Walmart associates work more efficiently, improve inventory accuracy, and deliver a better customer experience. This leader drives the execution of innovative solutions that bring Walmart's value proposition to life—from AI-powered inventory visibility and digital shelf technology to associate tools, location services, and next-generation store applications. This role partners closely with product, engineering, store operations, and executive leadership to identify opportunities where technology can create measurable business value. The ideal candidate combines strong operational and financial discipline with the ability to lead through influence, build high-performing teams, and accelerate the adoption of technology at scale. About the Team Our team builds and delivers technology that enables Walmart stores to operate more effectively and serve customers better. We focus on creating tools and experiences that help associates work faster, make better decisions, improve product availability, and reduce unnecessary operational complexity. From modernizing associate applications and deploying digital shelf labels to leveraging RFID, location technologies, and computer vision, we are transforming how stores manage inventory, fulfill customer orders, and execute daily operations. Our work directly supports Walmart's commitment to lowering costs, increasing productivity, and creating a seamless customer experience. What you'll do... Lead a portfolio of high-impact store technology initiatives that improve associate productivity, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency. Drive execution across multiple programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities, technology strategy, and measurable business outcomes. Partner with product, engineering, and store operations teams to identify opportunities where technology can simplify processes, eliminate waste, and create value. Oversee large-scale deployments and modernization efforts, including associate tools, digital shelf labels, location-based technologies, and emerging store capabilities. Champion innovation and help scale next-generation solutions, including AI and computer vision technologies that provide real-time operational insights. Establish program goals, key milestones, and success metrics while proactively managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations. Manage financial planning, investment decisions, and resource allocation across a diverse portfolio of initiatives. Build alignment across senior leaders and cross-functional teams, communicating strategy, progress, and business impact effectively. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while developing future leaders across the organization. What you'll bring... Experience leading complex technology programs, products, or operational initiatives at scale. Proven ability to translate technology investments into measurable business value and operational outcomes. Strong leadership skills with a track record of building high-performing teams, driving accountability, and creating alignment across diverse stakeholder groups. Experience partnering with engineering, product, and business teams to deliver technology solutions in fast-paced environments. Financial acumen and investment planning experience, including budget management, prioritization, and business case development. Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution while managing multiple priorities and competing demands. Strong communication and influence skills, including experience working with senior executives and cross-functional leadership teams. Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI, computer vision, location services, automation, or digital operations technologies is highly desirable. A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and solving complex operational challenges. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting retail, supply chain, store operations, logistics, or large-scale field operations environments. Experience leading technology modernization or enterprise transformation initiatives. Familiarity with technologies that support inventory management, fulfillment, workforce productivity, or in-store operations. 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 $160,000.00 - $320,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ㅤ ‎ Minimum Qualifications... 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, management information systems, industrial engineering, engineering management, business,information systems, project/program management, information technology, finance, management, or related area and 8 years’ experience inproject management, program management, program operations, or related area.Option 2: 10 years’ experience in project management, program management, program operations, or related area.5 years’ supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no 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 and 7 years' experience in project management, program management, program operations, 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. Primary Location... 802 Respect Dr, 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. About Walmart: Fifty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world's biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we're reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and create a career you're proud of.