(USA) Senior Manager, Data Science

Wal-Mart•Sunnyvale, CA

41d•$110,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Join our team to drive advanced analytics and modeling solutions that directly impact business outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in model validation, data visualization, and business strategy, helping shape data-driven decisions across multiple domains. About the Team Our team operates at the intersection of data science, business strategy, and technology. We collaborate closely with stakeholders across product, finance, marketing, and more, ensuring our models and insights drive measurable business value. Your work will help bridge technical solutions with real-world business needs, supporting continuous learning and innovation.

Requirements

Deep knowledge of model evaluation, statistical methods, and advanced modeling techniques (e.g., Bayesian inference, neural networks, SVM, Random Forest).
Proficiency in data visualization tools and advanced storytelling with data.
Strong business acumen across multiple domains (e.g., product, finance, marketing).
Experience with code development and testing in languages such as Python, R, SQL, Java, or C.
Ability to connect business needs with technical solutions, and mentor others in best practices.

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)
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

Assess, validate, and tune models using advanced techniques (e.g., Chi-square, ROC curve, RMSE) to ensure accuracy and robustness.
Design and deliver compelling data visualizations using tools like Python, R, Tableau, and PowerBI to communicate insights to diverse audiences.
Translate complex business requirements into actionable analytics projects and solutions.
Guide and mentor junior associates on modeling, visualization, and business context.
Deploy, monitor, and scale models in production, ensuring ongoing performance and reliability.

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.

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