Staff, Data Scientist

Walmart • Sunnyvale, CA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Catalog Data Science Team at Walmart Global Tech is focused on using the latest research in generative AI (GenAI), artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), statistics, deep learning, computer vision and optimization to implement solutions that ensure Walmart’s product catalog is accurate, complete, and optimized for customer experience. Our team tackles complex data science and ML engineering challenges related to product classification, attribute extraction, trust & safety, and catalog optimization, empowering next-generation retail use cases. The Data Science and ML Engineering community at Walmart Global Tech is active in most of the Hack events, utilizing the petabytes of data at our disposal, to build some of the coolest ideas. All the work we do at Walmart Global Tech will eventually benefit our operations & our associates, helping Customers Save Money to Live Better.

Requirements

• PhD with >5 years of relevant experience / 4-year bachelor’s degree with > 9 years of experience / Master’s degree with > 6 years of experience.
• Educational qualifications should be preferably in Computer Science or a strongly quantitative discipline.
• Demonstrated history of strong hands-on experience in AI/ML modelling, Deep-learning, Vision models, GenAI
• Proven records of scientific publications or intellectual property generation
• Past experience in solving complex business problems using Vision Models
• Past experience in strong programming skills across data science, big data and ML engineering stack
• Strong communication skills with inclination to high ownership and commitment
• Experience with production deployment of DS models via Spark, Kubernets, Python
• 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

• Experience with Ecommerce domain preferred
• 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)
• 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 AI/ML, NLP and LLM models into production environments with a focus on reliability and scalability
• Develop efficient and scalable models at Walmart scale.
• Integrate data science solutions into current business processes.
• Mentor peers and junior members and handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Consult with business stakeholders across stores and e-commerce businesses regarding algorithm-based recommendations and be a thought-leader to develop these into business actions.
• Develop and recommend process standards and best practices in Machine Learning as applicable to the retail industry.
• Engage and partner with universities, institutes, and vendor partners to bring in ideas and innovation into the lab’s environment.
• Participate and speak at various external forums such as research conferences and technical summits.
• Promote and support company policies, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.

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 and 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: Principal