(USA) Senior Manager, Data Science

Wal-Mart Stores Texas, LL • Sunnyvale, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Data Science leads advanced analytical initiatives to develop, validate, and deploy complex models that drive strategic business decisions. This role requires expertise in machine learning, statistical methods, and data visualization to translate business needs into actionable insights. The position involves mentoring team members, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The successful candidate will apply rigorous evaluation techniques, oversee model deployment at scale, and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders, fostering continuous improvement and innovation within a dynamic business environment. The CDI Data Science team is integral to the Customer Data & Identity organization within Walmart US Decision Sciences. This team develops advanced machine learning, deep learning, and agentic capabilities to support products and platforms across Customer Identity, Intelligence, Segmentation, Marketing, and decisioning systems. The team applies rigorous modeling, data visualization, and analytical techniques to deliver actionable insights and scalable solutions. Collaborating closely with business stakeholders, the team drives innovation and continuous improvement to enhance customer experiences and business outcomes through data-driven strategies and cutting-edge technologies.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and advanced statistical modeling techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, and Python libraries.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop teams.
• Expertise in model assessment, validation, deployment, and scaling within complex business environments.
• Solid understanding of business strategies and ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities and experience aligning technical solutions with business goals.
• Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• 7 years' experience in an analytics or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Data science, machine learning, optimization models
• PhD 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
• Supervisory experience
• 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

• Lead the development, assessment, and validation of advanced analytical models using best practices to ensure accuracy, robustness, and business relevance.
• Design and implement data visualization solutions that effectively communicate complex insights to stakeholders and support decision-making.
• Translate business requirements into actionable data science projects aligned with strategic objectives and measurable outcomes.
• Guide and mentor team members on modeling techniques, feature engineering, and data analysis methodologies.
• Oversee model deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement to maintain performance at scale.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, program and engineering teams to execute initiatives by identifying data sources, ensuring quality, and building data-driven business solutions.

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
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U (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: Senior