Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Walmart Data Ventures operates with the agility of a nimble startup, dedicated to creating the best-in-class suite of Data Products. Walmart Luminate is the first product, which has been created to deliver actionable, customer-centric insights, empowering CPGs and Walmart merchants make data-driven decisions in a smarter, faster, and collaborative manner.

We are seeking a highly accomplished and forward-thinking Distinguished Data Scientist to join our dynamic team. As a Distinguished Data Scientist, you will lead the development of cutting-edge business capabilities powered by AI/ML and advanced analytics within our Data Science and Analysis group. In this strategic role, you will leverage your deep domain knowledge in retail data analytics, spanning critical areas such as inventory management, supply chain analysis, assortment management, in-store operations, digital operations (including personalization and search), and customer data analytics. Additionally, you will apply your profound technical expertise in statistics, machine learning, and modern artificial intelligence techniques to drive innovation and shape the future of our data-driven solutions.

What you will do?

• Spearhead the creation of new business capabilities that leverage AI/ML and advanced analytics to augment the value proposition of Luminate, and to aid Luminate users discover meaningful and actionable insights from data.

• enhance the usability and experience of retail operations, optimize supply chain, and improve customer experience.

• Utilize deep domain knowledge to identify opportunities for data-driven solutions across inventory management, assortment planning, in-store operations, and personalization.

• Design the architecture of AI/ML systems, which efficiently ingest, transform, and analyze large datasets to extract actionable insights for our users. And also, ensure the scalability, robustness and reliability of these systems.

• Establish and maintain the product capability map, and drive the creation of capabilities powered by data science and advanced analytics.

• Provide hands-on technical guidance and mentorship to other data scientists and data analysts, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Design, business stakeholders, and external stakeholders.

• Do proof-of-concepts and provide strategic & technical recommendations in various products areas.

• Stay at the forefront of technological advancements, conducting research to identify emerging tools and methodologies.

• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders on specific product areas.

• Collaborate with product and business leaders throughout the company to ensure that technology initiatives align with business needs.

• Document architectural decisions, design patterns, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing across the broader organization.

What you will bring?

• Ph.D. or Masters in Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field with extensive experience in the applications of Data Science.

• 10+ years of relevant experience in developing retail analytic capabilities.

• Extensive domain knowledge in retail data analytics, including inventory management, supply chain analysis, assortment management, in-store operations, digital operations, and customer data analytics.

• Profound technical expertise in statistics, machine learning, and advanced AI techniques, including Generative AI

• Proven track record of architecting and implementing data-driven solutions that deliver tangible business value.

• Strong communication skills to effectively translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Leadership experience and the ability to mentor and inspire a team of data scientists and analysts.

• A demonstrated passion for staying at the forefront of data science and AI advancements.

About Walmart Global Tech

Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. That's what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We're a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity expert's and service professionals within the world's leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.

Flexible, hybrid work:

We use a hybrid way of working that is primarily in office coupled with virtual when not onsite. Our campuses serve as a hub to enhance collaboration, bring us together for purpose and deliver on business needs. This approach helps us make quicker decisions, remove location barriers across our global team and be more flexible in our personal lives.

Benefits:

Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .

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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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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart .

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The annual salary range for this position is $169,000.00-$338,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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• Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 6 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Master's degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 8 years' experience in an analytics or related field.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Data science, machine learning, optimization models, PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Publications or active peer reviewer in related journals or conference, 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.

Primary Location...

640 W California Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086-4828, United States of America

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.