(USA) Senior, Data Scientist

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

7d•$90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Position Summary... What you'll do... Role summary: Drive data-derived insights across a wide range of retail divisions by developing advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms and computational algorithms based on business initiatives Direct the gathering of data, assess data validity and synthesize data into large analytics datasets to support project goals Lead a team of Data Scientists to solve problems in Global Sourcing domain using advanced Machine Learning and Gen AI. Utilize big data analytics and advanced data science techniques to identify trends, patterns, and discrepancies in data. Determine additional data needed to support insights Build and train AI/ML models for replication for future projects About the team: The International Data Science team employs advanced analytical techniques and machine learning to address complex business challenges across global markets. Utilizing expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization, the team delivers actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. Collaborating with cross-functional partners, the team ensures scalable deployment of models while maintaining high standards of data quality and governance. Members drive continuous improvement by adopting innovative tools and best practices, fostering a results-oriented environment aligned with business objectives to generate value for the organization worldwide. What you'll do: Identify and source relevant data from different business domains, ensuring data quality and suitability for analysis. Develop, test, and deploy advanced analytical models using programming languages such as Python and SQL. Apply statistical methods and machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems and generate actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions aligned with strategic objectives. Create clear and impactful data visualizations to communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences. Mentor junior team members in modeling, coding, and analytical best practices to enhance team capabilities. Support scalability and sustainability of models in production environments through robust evaluation and tuning. What you'll bring: Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and predictive modeling with proficiency in Python programming. Strong knowledge of statistical methods, time series analysis, and advanced analytical modeling techniques. Expertise in data visualization tools and best practices to effectively communicate complex data insights. Proven ability to identify, assess, and source relevant business data from different databases including SQL and NoSQL. Skilled in model deployment, validation, tuning, and ensuring scalability and sustainability of analytical models. Familiarity with MLOps practices and software testing methodologies to ensure robust code development. Ability to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions aligned with strategic objectives.

Requirements

Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and predictive modeling with proficiency in Python programming.
Strong knowledge of statistical methods, time series analysis, and advanced analytical modeling techniques.
Expertise in data visualization tools and best practices to effectively communicate complex data insights.
Proven ability to identify, assess, and source relevant business data from different databases including SQL and NoSQL.
Skilled in model deployment, validation, tuning, and ensuring scalability and sustainability of analytical models.
Familiarity with MLOps practices and software testing methodologies to ensure robust code development.
Ability to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
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)
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

Identify and source relevant data from different business domains, ensuring data quality and suitability for analysis.
Develop, test, and deploy advanced analytical models using programming languages such as Python and SQL.
Apply statistical methods and machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems and generate actionable insights.
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
Create clear and impactful data visualizations to communicate findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
Mentor junior team members in modeling, coding, and analytical best practices to enhance team capabilities.
Support scalability and sustainability of models in production environments through robust evaluation and tuning.

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