Principal Technical Program Manager, Walmart Advanced Systems & Robotics
Hardware, Robotics & Automation
+ Performance-based bonus awards, stock purchase plans and equity opportunities
Office located in Andover, MA
Engineering & technology hub of Walmart
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Engineering & technology hub of Walmart
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
+ Performance-based bonus awards, stock purchase plans and equity opportunities
Office located in Andover, MA
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To revolutionize the retail industry through cutting-edge automation and robotic technologies.
Role
Who you are
- We're also seeking experience in using a team-centric project management system, which is governed by a phase gate development framework
- You enjoy bringing forward new ideas and concepts without being prompted and have the initiative and skills to implement changes they see necessary adequately
- You have the capability for coaching all levels of the organization, including in the adoption of the new methods and processes, and exhibit infectious leadership that inspires and creates excitement when working through challenges
- B.S. degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience
- Relevant experience as a Program Manager in a matrix organization with hands-on experience in complex high-tech or electro-mechanical project management, including resource planning and budgeting
- Experience managing the development process from concept to high volume production of electro-mechanical systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build effective team relationships and efficiently mediate teams to achieve consensus
What the job involves
- We’re seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager to be a leader on our Product Development team
- As Principal Program Manager, you'll be integral to the creation and maintenance of complex schedules, planning milestones, and enabling the making of commitments to ensure successful customer-centric delivery of products
- You should have demonstrated capabilities of organizing multiple workstreams to enable a team to focus on the right work, right now
- You'll use your experience in using disciplined change management, project portfolio management, and risk management strategies in everyday practice
- Develop the cross-functional product development scope and create clear program plans with predictable outcomes and milestones that ensure products are ready for launch using our phase gate process
- Monitor and assess program performance with a focus on cost, quality, schedule and risk
- As a team member, effectively communicate with leadership, peers, customers, suppliers, and contract manufacturers
- Be energized by our challenges with the ability to effectively convince others of recommendations
Our take
Walmart Advanced Systems & Robotics is a division of Walmart focussed on building robotics and complimentary technology to streamline retail and fulfilment operations. Founded as Alert Innovation, the company has partnered with Walmart from the start, meaning it was no surprise when the retail giant acquired it in 2022.
The company's goal is to use robotics to replace labor-intensive processes, for example the gathering of requested items in fulfilment centers. Its Alphabot hybrid warehouse system provides automated picking that works alongside human workers, with robots retrieving items and delivering them to a picking station where workers can efficiently prepare the customer orders.
With such a unique position as a division of a major retailer, Walmart Advanced Systems & Robotics should benefit from insight into the fulfilment issues that will most benefit from robotics automation. With more projects in development, it will be interesting see what it tackles next in grocery supply chain automation or beyond.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
23% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Medical benefits for you and your dependents (multiple health plan options, doctor on demand service, vision, and dental plans)
- 401(k) match & life insurance
- Stock options (employees receive annual grants of Walmart RSU’s)
- Unlimited paid time off and flexible work schedules
- Up to 12 weeks of parental leave
- Company holidays
- Discounts (employees receive Walmart discount cards for in-store and online purchases)
- Coffee & lunch (we have the best fresh roasted coffee and lunch is provided daily for our team in the office)
Company values
- Collaborative, productive and creative working environment
- Think outside the box and develop innovative solutions daily
- Forward-thinking and curious mindset
Company HQ
Andover, Andover, MA
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Leadership
Bill Fosnight
(CTO & VP)Co-founded the company as Alert Innovation, working first as Chief Development Officer and later CTO. Remained as CTO after its acquisition by Walmart.
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