Director, Technical Program Management - Tech Prioritization

Position Summary... The Director, Technical Program Management leads the planning and execution of complex, large-scale technical programs, ensuring alignment across multiple teams and business areas. This role drives strategic decision-making, manages cross-functional dependencies, and oversees end-to-end system design and delivery. The position requires expertise in program management, technical architecture, and stakeholder engagement to optimize resources, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency. The director mentors teams, fosters continuous improvement, and champions scalable processes to achieve business objectives while maintaining high standards of quality and innovation. About the team: Our team directs technology prioritization for Global Product and Design, focusing engineering efforts on high-impact initiatives. We equip product managers worldwide with advanced tools and technology to exceed objectives. Utilizing data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration, we develop strategic product roadmaps aligned with business goals. The team drives innovation by assessing emerging trends and ensures efficient resource allocation. Committed to excellence, we support scalable product development and deliver solutions that address complex customer needs while maintaining alignment with overall company strategy. What you'll do... What you'll do... Lead the planning and execution of large-scale technical programs, managing cross-functional dependencies and resource alignment to meet delivery goals. Define and drive end-to-end system solution designs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and alignment with business objectives. Identify and mitigate risks, resolve ambiguities, and implement process improvements to enhance program efficiency and outcomes. Mentor and guide team members on best practices in program management, technical design, and stakeholder communication. Collaborate with stakeholders to secure buy-in, align priorities, and communicate program status through data-driven insights. Promote automation and tooling to increase engineering velocity and reduce operational overhead. What you'll bring... Extensive experience in program and project management, including planning, risk mitigation, and delivery of large-scale technical programs. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex dependencies across multiple workstreams. Strong technical expertise in system design, cloud infrastructure, software and hardware lifecycles, and emerging technologies. Demonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing to align priorities and drive consensus. Proficiency in defining measurable goals, analyzing data for decision-making, and driving continuous process improvements. Experience mentoring team members and fostering high-performing, collaborative environments. 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 duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process. 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 $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 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, information technology, engineering, or related area and 7 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area. • Option 2: 9 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area. Preferred Qualifications... Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no 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 5 years’ experience in product design., Supervisory, 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... 703 Associate 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.