Principal Technical Program Manager

Walmart

. Create and execute plans for new strategic initiatives and drive global technology platforms .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeBangalore • IndiaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale software development programs, driving strategic initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver next-generation technology platforms. Proficient in project management methodologies, risk management, and effective communication to ensure successful program execution.

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Technical Program ManagementSoftware DeliveryProject Management CertificationChange Management MethodologiesJIRA and JIRA Align

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentSystem DesignArchitectureAPIsUser Experience DesignProject Tracking ToolsRisk ManagementProgram PlanningMilestone DocumentationResource Capacity Allocation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingNegotiationStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

JIRAJIRA AlignBigPictureGenAIProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Engineering Program ManagementTechnical Program ManagementSoftware DeliveryStrategic InitiativesGlobal Technology Platforms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and execute plans for new strategic initiatives and drive global technology platforms
Drive high-level design, solutioning, and delivery of next-generation platforms
Manage large software development programs
Collaborate with architects, engineers, product, design, business leaders, and globally based engineering teams
Define goals, stage gates, critical delivery paths, and key deliverables for large-scale programs
Establish resource capacity allocation processes and tools
Drive quarterly planning and negotiate priorities, resources, and timelines
Establish collaboration forums and improve ways of working
Establish processes for efficient planning and execution
Partner with product and engineering on new capabilities and clarify product requirements
Create detailed program plans, milestones, timelines, and documentation
Resolve ambiguity and clarify priorities for program teams
Manage program scope, changes, and scope creep
Monitor progress and provide weekly status reports to stakeholders
Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage cross-functional issues
Ensure monitoring, alerting, and operational excellence frameworks are implemented
Ensure adherence to organizational standards, policies, and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

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; or 8 years' experience in those areas
Overall 15+ years of technical experience
8+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager in software delivery within a related industry managing aggressive schedules and significant business impact
Experience in system/platform design concepts, architecture, UX design, services, APIs, and technologies
Ability to translate target personas and business process needs into features and user stories
Expertise in change and risk management methodologies, project management tools, techniques, project tracking tools, dashboards, and reports
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Deep understanding of JIRA, JIRA Align, BigPicture, and GenAI would be advantageous
Project Management Certification preferred
Willingness to travel to the United States and other international locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive awards for performance
Maternity and parental leave
PTO
Health benefits
Flexibility for associates to manage their personal lives