Senior, Data Scientist

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

22h • $90,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary... What you'll do... Senior Data Scientist for Walmart Claim Services Location: Bentonville, AR Join us in revolutionizing data-driven decision-making in the world’s largest company! Walmart Claim Services (WCS) is looking for a talented Senior Data Scientist to support our team of over 550 professional who operate like an internal insurance company, managing claims for our associates and customers across the nation. About Us: WCS works closely with our Legal, Safety, & Finance partner and external vendors to provide data insights for informed, data-driven decisions. Our data science and analytics team consist of talented group of data specialists who manage data, develop statistical, machine learning, NLP, Gen AI models/ solutions, and maintain reporting tools, ensuring we remain a world-class business. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will utilize your expertise in data mining, predictive modeling, machine learning, and NLP techniques to drive strategic decisions for WCS. You will be at the forefront of implementing models and strategies using A/B testing or Design of Experiments (DOE), tracking business performance, and providing insightful visualizations to support and continuously improve WCS business strategy.

Requirements

• A self-starter, able to work independently and overcome obstacles to achieve results.
• A multi-tasker, capable of managing multiple technical projects while delivering results.
• A problem solver, with a high degree of intellectual curiosity and solid business acumen.
• An excellent communicator, able to present significant analysis in a concise manner to key stakeholders.
• A flexible thinker, comfortable with ambiguity and adept at fact-finding.
• Option 1- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• Option 2- Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 1 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• Option 3 - 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),
• 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

• Design, develop and Deploy innovative Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), AI Agents, Gen AI, and Graph Neural Network (GNN) models using Python/GCP or other modeling tools.
• Design and conduct A/B Testing and multivariate experiments (DOE), tracking results to provide actionable recommendations to business partners.
• Develop clear, concise, and powerful data visualizations using BI tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Utilize SQL, Python, Google Cloud, MLOps, Tableau, Power BI, R or SAS to prepare data for analysis, modeling, deployment, and reporting.
• Identify business process gaps and devise analytical solutions to address them.

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level