(USA) Senior, Data Scientist
About The Position
The Senior Data Scientist will leverage advanced analytical techniques and data science expertise to identify, develop, and deploy scalable network models that drive strategic business decisions. This role requires deep understanding of data, supply chain and network analysis, and the ability to translate complex business challenges into data-driven solutions. The position involves collaborating with stakeholders to ensure data quality, model validation, and effective visualization, while collaborating with team members and supporting high impact strategic decisions. The successful candidate will contribute to optimizing network design through data science and rigorous analytical practices. The Ambient Middle Mile Network Strategy team at Walmart leads the transformation of omnichannel supply chain through strategic leadership combined with data science and advanced analytics. This team shapes network strategy across Walmart and Sam’s regional distribution centers, addressing complex supply chain challenges at scale. Members apply expertise in data modeling, machine learning, and data visualization to deliver actionable insights. The team fosters collaboration to develop scalable analytical models and innovative solutions that support business goals, driving efficiency and value across the supply chain network.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in data science and advanced analytics, including linear optimization and data modeling techniques.
- Strong knowledge of database technologies, including SQL and NoSQL, with the ability to perform data quality assessments.
- Ability to translate complex business requirements into data-driven solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
- Proficiency in SQL and Python programming and data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, Plotly, or Tableau.
- Ability to do fast paced analysis to prove/ disprove hypothesis.
- Passion to learn in a fast-paced growth focused environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field.
- Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 1 years' experience in an analytics related field.
- 5 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)
- 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.
- 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
- Identify and source relevant data from multiple business domains and distributed databases to support analytical needs.
- Develop, test, and deploy advanced analytical models using programming languages such as Python and SQL.
- Conduct fast paced analysis to test hypothesis and test across multiple scenarios.
- Perform data quality assessments and ensure data integrity for accurate model outcomes.
- Translate complex business requirements into data-driven solutions and actionable insights.
- Create clear and effective data visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align data strategies with business objectives.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption expense reimbursement
- Surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
