(USA) Data Scientist III

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•$90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Position Summary: As a Data Scientist III, you will apply advanced analytical modeling techniques and data management expertise to deliver actionable insights that drive business value. This role involves developing, validating, and deploying scalable models while collaborating across functions to address complex business challenges. You will leverage statistical methods, programming skills, and data visualization tools to support decision-making and optimize outcomes. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and strategic objectives. This position demands a strong commitment to integrity, excellence, and effective stakeholder engagement. About Team: The International Data Science team applies advanced analytical methods and machine learning to solve complex business challenges across global markets. Leveraging expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization, the team delivers actionable insights that support strategic decisions. Collaborating with cross-functional partners, the team ensures scalable model deployment while upholding high standards of data quality and governance. Members drive continuous improvement by adopting innovative tools and best practices, fostering a results-focused environment aligned with business goals to generate value for the organization worldwide.

Requirements

Excellent communication with the ability to convey modeling decisions and results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Proven experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable impact.
Expertise in Python, with proficiency in libraries such as Pandas/Polars, NumPy, PySpark, TensorFlow and/or PyTorch, and a strong understanding of GPU utilization.
Extensive hands-on experience in software development, mathematical/scientific computing, and deploying large-scale AI/ML/DS solutions in parallelized cloud compute environments (ideally GCP).
Strong understanding and practical application of MLOps concepts like traceability, reproducibility, and scaling, using tools such as Google Vertex, MLFlow, or ClearML.
Practical experience with DevOps tools and practices, such as Git/GitHub/GitHub Actions and infrastructure-as-code methodologies.
Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 2 years' experience in an analytics or related field.
Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
4 years' experience in an analytics or related field.

Nice To Haves

Data science, machine learning, optimization models
Master’s degree in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics
Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R
Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch)
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.

Responsibilities

Translate complex business challenges into analytical solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, identify opportunities, and deliver scalable, data-driven solutions.
Identify, evaluate, and leverage multiple datasets.
Ensure data quality and apply feature engineering techniques to support robust modeling and analyses.
Design and develop state-of-the-art algorithms, AI/ML models, and optimization techniques to generate actionable business insights.
Focus on interpretability, scalability, and strategic impact.
Validate and monitor AI/ML models post-deployment, leveraging MLOps best practices such as CI/CD pipelines, performance tuning, and effective systems integration.

Benefits

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.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock