(USA) Principal, Product Manager (AI/ML/Data Products)

As a Principal Product Manager at Walmart Health & Wellness, your main responsibilities will include leading the end-to-end development of AI/ML-powered data products. You’ll manage user discovery, product scoping, strategy formulation, and execution. Additionally, you will oversee product development processes, including sprint planning, backlog management, and ensuring stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

To succeed as a Principal Product Manager at Walmart, candidates must have at least 10 years of product management experience, with 5 years focused specifically on AI/ML products. A strong understanding of data-driven product development is necessary, along with experience building 0-to-1 products in startup or corporate environments. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is required, while a master’s degree is preferred.

Collaboration is essential for the Principal Product Manager role at Walmart. You will partner with various teams including product, data science, engineering, and design to align on goals and ensure the development trajectory meets both user needs and Walmart's strategic priorities. This cross-functional approach enhances innovation and promotes a cohesive product development cycle.

The Principal Product Manager at Walmart will be instrumental in developing AI/ML-powered data products that deliver innovative health insights. These products aim to improve consumer decision-making and enhance clinical outcomes, thus transforming how health and wellness are approached in the retail space.

Walmart provides a comprehensive benefits package to its employees in the Principal Product Manager role, which includes competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, health coverage (medical, vision, dental), 401(k) savings, company-paid life insurance, and generous paid time off (PTO) policies among many others, ensuring holistic support for employee well-being.

When defining product strategy as a Principal Product Manager, I first conduct thorough market research and user analysis to understand pain points and opportunities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, I focus on aligning the strategy with both consumer needs and the company’s mission. I utilize data-driven insights to inform decisions, create a detailed roadmap, and ensure that our objectives are measurable and achievable.

To prioritize features in the product backlog, I employ frameworks such as the MoSCoW method or RICE scoring to assess value against effort. I engage with stakeholders to understand their perspectives and gather insights from user testing results. This ensures that the most critical features that align with business goals and customer needs are addressed first.

In my previous roles, I regularly collaborated with cross-functional teams composed of engineers, designers, data scientists, and marketing professionals. This experience taught me the importance of fostering open communication, sharing objectives, and aligning each team’s efforts towards our common goal. Effective collaboration not only enhances product quality but also drives team motivation.

Handling stakeholder feedback during product development is crucial. I adopt a structured approach where I gather feedback systematically, categorize it based on priority, and ensure that all voices are heard. I follow up with stakeholders to provide updates on how their feedback is being addressed or refined, which builds trust and fosters a collaborative environment.

Certainly! I spearheaded the development of a personalized health recommendation engine that utilized user data and AI algorithms to provide tailored wellness plans. Through iterative testing and user feedback, we fine-tuned the model to enhance accuracy and engagement, directly impacting user adherence to health plans and improving overall outcomes.

Ensuring compliance in product management involves staying well-informed about industry regulations and standards. I work closely with legal and compliance teams throughout the product lifecycle to integrate best practices into our processes. This proximity allows us to anticipate potential compliance issues and address them proactively, ensuring our products remain within regulatory frameworks.

For user research and testing, I utilize mixed methodologies including surveys, interviews, and usability tests to gather qualitative and quantitative data. I also prioritize A/B testing in product iterations to determine which features resonate most with users. This consistent user feedback loop helps in validating product decisions and improving user experience.

I have extensively worked in data-driven product development, utilizing analytics to inform every stage of the product lifecycle. By interpreting user data and market trends, I have successfully identified gaps in the market, guided feature development, and measured product performance to iterate effectively and ensure differentiation in competitive landscapes.

Balancing strategic vision with day-to-day execution is about establishing structured processes that align tactical work with a longer-term roadmap. I often break down strategic goals into actionable tasks, set clear milestones, and regularly review progress with the team to ensure alignment. This adaptability allows me to keep the team focused while adjusting strategies as needed.

A successful Principal Product Manager embodies strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate ambiguity. They should foster inclusivity in team settings, demonstrate leadership in decision-making, and effectively synthesize feedback into coherent product strategies. Mastery of agile methodologies and a passion for innovation are also pivotal in this role.