Senior, Data Scientist (Pricing)

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

22h•$90,000 - $234,000•Onsite

About The Position

If you are a seasoned Data Scientist with a proven track record of driving business impact through data-driven insights & strong background in leading Deep Learning & Operations Research related projects, this role is for you. We are looking to hire a candidate that holds Ph.D/Masters in Data Science and has a strong industry experience in solving deep learning, reinforcement learning and optimization problems. The candidate will be responsible for building complex, cutting edge, and scalable algorithms for optimization related initiatives in the Pricing domain. Further, the candidate will also be responsible to provide transparency on algorithmic recommendations that drive adoption and revenue impact. About the Team: The Applied AI team researches and develops algorithms that power areas like supply chain, pricing, assortment optimization, replenishment, store layout, etc. You will be working closely with other data scientists, machine learning engineers, operations research scientists and data analysts within the team as well collaborate with business teams, product managers, corporate strategists, software engineers and data engineers. We work with various techniques primarily from forecasting, operations research and often make use of techniques from machine learning (classical machine learning, deep learning, reinforcement learning), causal inference and statistics. Our work is innovative and is published in top tier conferences and journals.

Requirements

Sound knowledge of Python, SQL, PySpark, Machine Learning libraries, Big Data processing systems in cloud environment is expected
Hands on experience with building Optimization/Reinforcement Learning models for multiple objectives
Holds an MS/PhD in relevant technical degree (preferably Computer Science, Machine Learning, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering etc.) with 4+ years of relevant work experience
A track record of building ML models or delivering impactful customer-facing products
A track record of training and deploying vision models at scale (millions of classes, high-variance datasets)
A business analytical mind with the ability to communicate with consumers of the model and present results in intuitive ways
Experience analyzing data to identify patterns and conducting error/deviation analysis; passion for fixing issues in the data and finding the optimal representation
Ability to take a project from scoping requirements through actual launch
A continuous drive to explore, improve, enhance, automate, and optimize models and products
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Pricing background is strongly preferred
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

Develop cutting-edge Price Elasticity and Price Recommendation algorithms
Develop efficient models scalable to hundreds of categories, thousands of stores at Walmart
Provide transparency on algorithmic recommendations that drive adoption and revenue impact
Prepare accurate data for the models to efficiently learn signals and eliminate noise
Prepare thorough documentation of the developed frameworks

Benefits

Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
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.
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.