Position Summary...

As the Director of Technical Program Management for Retail Intelligence group, you will operate at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering across teams to solve complex problems, leverage data to inform decisions, and build trusted relationships that drive outcomes at scale.

This role focuses on shaping short- and long-term technology strategy, aligning cross-functional priorities, and enabling cohesive execution and operationalization across enterprise programs.

What you'll do...

Job Description The AI and Data organization brings together the capabilities required to make AI and data a true enterprise advantage. Our mandate is to build and operate the shared platforms, intelligence and decision systems that power customer experiences, enable associates and drive measurable business impact across Walmart. Within the AI and Data org, the Retail Intelligence group is specifically focused on training and delivering shared AI models and services that bring frontier AI capabilities at scale to products and businesses across Walmart in an economical way. The Retail Intelligence org works on cutting edge AI in the areas including Commerce Foundational Models, Content and Creative AI, Agentic Simulation and more. The work in Retail Intelligence group is inherently horizontal and collaborative. As the Technical Program Lead for Retail Intelligence group, you will operate at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering across teams to solve complex problems, leverage data to inform decisions, and build trusted relationships that drive outcomes at scale. This role focuses on shaping short- and long-term technology strategy, aligning cross-functional priorities, and enabling cohesive execution and operationalization across enterprise programs. What you'll do...

• Drive tech strategy and operational execution for Retail Intelligence AI initiatives.
• Identify, design, and operationalize AI-enabled solutions using Walmart’s internal AI tools to streamline day-to-day work. Build scalable processes and evangelize successful solutions across teams to accelerate enterprise adoption.
• Translate high-level priorities into clear plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes, and independently track progress across teams
• Own resource planning and hiring operations, including headcount tracking, requisition visibility, contractor management, and reporting.
• Lead data-driven analysis using advanced Excel and spreadsheet tools to generate insights that inform strategic decisions
• Build executive-ready materials (decks, white-papers, etc.) and clearly communicate updates, risks, and recommendations
• Operate as a cross-functional connector, aligning engineering, product, recruiting, and business teams to drive execution
• Identify gaps in current processes and implement practical improvements to increase speed, clarity, and accountability
• Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, demonstrating strong ownership, follow-through, and attention to detail
• Build and scale the technical program function for Retail Intelligence group and scale the team with the organization

What you'll bring:

• Proven track record in strategy, consulting, or analytics/business operations, translating insights into scalable, measurable business impact.
• Passion for AI-enabled productivity; leverages internal AI tools to drive standardization, optimization, and change enablement.
• Strong bias for action and iterative delivery; rapidly tests, learns, and improves solutions to deliver value quickly.
• Advanced analytical capability with expert Excel skills; synthesizes complex data into clear insights and recommendations.
• Strong executive communication skills, including building compelling decks and narratives; experienced presenting to and influencing senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ownership of programs, planning, or operating frameworks, with strong follow-through and accountability.
• Experience managing or supporting resource planning, hiring programs, and/or organizational operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail, organization, and execution rigor.
• Proven ability to lead ambiguous, cross-functional initiatives from problem definition through execution.
• Ability to influence without authority, build trust, and align stakeholders across engineering, product, and business teams.
• Prior experience leading and managing TPMs would be an advantage

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 https://one.walmart.com/notices. 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.
Sunnyvale, California US-11657: The annual salary range for this position is $169,000.00 - $338,000.00
Bentonville, Arkansas US-30003: 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...

1345 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.