Apply broad knowledge of ML/AI, Operation Research, GenAI and agentic AI to identify growth areas, new and emerging opportunities. Conducts research by studying organization goals, strategies, practices, and user projects. Recommends strategies by evaluating organization outcomes; identifying problems; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements.
Influence a team of Data Scientists focused on powering AI/ML solutions within the scope of associate work prioritization, workforce planning and retention strategies.
Principal, Data Scientist - Retail Intelligence at Walmart
Partner closely with Data Science Management, Business Leaders, and ML engineering leaders to inform, drive and accelerate innovations in discovery experiences via Insights, frameworks, causal inference solutions and machine learning prototypes.
Execute full life cycle of projects through project planning, data collection, model prototyping and deployment, with responsibilities encompassing stakeholder management and communication to cross-functional partners.
Adhere to MLOps framework to create, build, and deploy data science algorithms continuously test and monitor drifts.
Shares highly complex information related to areas of expertise. Interacts with senior management to keep abreast of objectives. Interacts with peers to interpret information and improve cross-functional processes and programs. Builds and enhances key internal and external contacts.
Requirements
Experience in the development of large-scale ML/AI solutions, Causal Inference and Ranking/Prioritization systems.
6 years+ of experience in Applied ML familiar with core supervised and unsupervised algorithms.
Skilled in Programming language (Python) and Large-scale training using data structures and algorithms.
2 years+ experience with Causal Inference frameworks, Bayesian Networks and Operations Research methods (Newsvendor problem, Travelling Salesman problem, Shortest Path models, etc.)
Experience with cloud environments including Azure, Google Cloud, etc.
Solid MLOps practices including good design documentation, unit testing, integration testing and source code control (git).
Experienced with agile methodologies using project planning and tracking management tools e.g., JIRA.
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.
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.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
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Principal/Sr Data Scientist Role - Walmart Retail Intelligence:
The Principal or Senior Data Scientist will lead AI and machine learning (ML) initiatives to enhance operational decision-making and workload optimization for Walmart US. Key responsibilities include designing and prototyping advanced ML/AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to scale and implement these models, and ensuring ongoing model monitoring and management. The role requires close partnership with various Walmart teams (such as data governance and retail analytics) and focuses on aligning AI solutions with strategic business goals, improving associate efficiency, and driving measurable business impact. The Principal Data Scientist is also responsible for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of data science processes, including model development, accuracy, reliability, and cost savings.
Walmart · Rogers, AR