Principal Program Manager, Technology Portfolio (Hybrid - Seattle, WA)

Principal Program Manager Of Technology

Nordstrom isn't just another job it's a career. We are a leading fashion retailer that has offered the very best of what is on trend for men, women, and children since 1901. We believe in rewarding outstanding work, developing employees' careers and building long-term relationships with our customers. As a Principal Program Manager of Technology at Nordstrom, you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for technology and strategy to lead and execute high-impact programs, shape investment frameworks, and drive organizational excellence by prioritizing and delivering technology solutions that advance our business objectives.

This role uniquely combines portfolio leadership with organizational development, bringing rigor and clarity to how we prioritize and deliver technology investments across technology. You will be both strategist and executorshaping investment frameworks while driving critical programs from inception through delivery. You'll be part of the Technology organization, collaborating closely with engineering leaders, product managers, program managers, and enterprise architecture. You will work with Technology Executive Leadership to drive portfolio transparency and investment discipline, while mentoring program managers across the organization to elevate their strategic thinking and execution capabilities.

Who you are

• Strategic and tactical in equal measureyou can shape long-term portfolio strategies while rolling up your sleeves to drive program execution.
• Data-driven critical thinker with strong analytical capabilities to dissect complex problems, conduct financial analysis, and develop innovative solutions.
• Technical program management expert with deep understanding of platform modernization, data engineering, cybersecurity, and collaboration & productivity technologies.
• Natural leader and mentor who develops others through coaching and knowledge-sharing, elevating program management capabilities across the organization.
• Influencer without authority who builds consensus, navigates ambiguity, and drives outcomes across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
• Executive-level communicator who conveys complex technical and business concepts clearly to audiences from engineers to C-suite leaders.
• Customer-obsessed, bringing business context and user perspective to technology investment decisions.

A day in the life

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$191,000.00 - $297,000.00 Annual

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives / bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical / vision / dental / life / disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

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About Us

We're a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we're building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you're a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.

OWNERS AT HEART We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.

CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation.

HERE TO WIN We're committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.

WE EXTEND OURSELVES We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment