Senior Data Scientists, Conversational AI
About The Position
As part of the Emerging Tech team, this role is centered on deep technical execution and advanced modeling. As a Senior Data Scientist, you’ll focus on developing and experimenting with deep learning and multimodal generative models, working closely with engineers to bring research-grade ideas into real production systems. Immigration Sponsorship is not available in this role. About Emerging Tech: Our Emerging Tech team drives Walmart’s AI transformation by building intelligent systems that influence how millions shop every day across our global retail ecosystem. We develop state-of-the-art generative and conversational AI that powers more proactive, connected, and personalized experiences. At this scale, every innovation you create not only reaches millions of customers worldwide but also comes to life in the very communities where you live, work, and shop.
Requirements
- 3–6+ years in data science, deep learning, or applied ML.
- Proven, hands-on expertise with modern deep learning frameworks.
- Experience training, fine tuning, and evaluating large models.
- Ability to work with large datasets and curate domain specific training data.
- Track record of close collaboration with engineering partners.
- Strong analytical skills and clear, concise communication.
- Research mindset with real-world impact; publications are a plus, not a requirement.
- 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
- Contribute as a hands-on builder focused on model development and rapid experimentation.
- Execute complex deep learning and multimodal modeling work with a production mindset.
- Partner closely with engineering to deploy, monitor, and iterate on models in production.
- Influence adjacent teams through strong technical judgment and collaboration.
- Thrive in fast moving, ambiguous spaces where learning fast and shipping value matters.
Benefits
- Incentive awards for performance
- 401(k) match
- Stock purchase plan
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- PTO
- Multiple health plans
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
- Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live better U) for full-time and part-time associates
- Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart through Live Better U
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
