(USA) Staff, Data Scientist

Walmart • Sunnyvale, CA

6d • $143,000 - $286,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Walmart is seeking a Staff Data Scientist to leverage advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to solve complex business challenges. This role involves identifying and sourcing relevant data, developing predictive models, and delivering actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. The successful candidate will collaborate across functions to translate business needs into data-driven solutions, ensuring model accuracy, scalability, and effective communication of results. Expertise in data strategy, visualization, and coding is essential to support continuous improvement and innovation within a dynamic business environment. The Applied AI team develops advanced Search and Personalization solutions to enhance the shopping experience by making it more relevant and intuitive. Utilizing machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI technologies, the team builds scalable systems that help customers find products efficiently. Team members collaborate closely, applying expertise in algorithms and solution design to deliver innovative, impactful results aligned with business objectives. The team fosters a professional environment focused on technical excellence, continuous improvement, and customer-centric innovation, driving meaningful advancements in data science and artificial intelligence.

Requirements

• Proficiency in predictive analytics, machine learning algorithms, and advanced statistical modeling techniques.
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience with data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, Plotly, or Tableau.
• Expertise in data strategy, including data quality standards, governance, and scalable data storage solutions.
• Ability to assess, validate, and tune models using appropriate evaluation metrics and best practices.
• Experience deploying and monitoring machine learning models in production environments.
• Knowledge of natural language processing, deep learning, and MLOps frameworks.
• Capability to translate complex business problems into data-driven solutions with clear communication to stakeholders.
• Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 2 years' experience in an analytics related field.
• 6 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
• Using open source frameworks (for example, scikit learn, tensorflow, torch)
• 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

• Identify and source relevant data from multiple business domains and databases to support analytics initiatives.
• Perform data quality assessments and ensure data integrity for accurate model development.
• Develop, validate, and tune predictive models using advanced machine learning and statistical techniques.
• Design and implement data visualizations to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business problems into data-driven solutions.
• Deploy and monitor models in production, ensuring scalability and performance.
• Mentor team members on analytical methods, coding best practices, and data storytelling.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Performance-based bonus awards
• 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
• 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: Senior