(USA) Staff, Data Scientist

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Job summary:

Work with a team of data scientist and machine learning engineers to develop and deploy GenAI applications supporting Walmart finance department. Build state-of-art LLM models by training with massive amount of Walmart data utilizing open-source or in-house tools.

About the Team:
Our team works closely with our US stores and eCommerce business to better serve customers by empowering team members, stores, and merchants with technological innovation. From groceries and entertainment to sporting goods and crafts, Walmart U.S. offers an extensive selection that our customers value, whether they shop online at Walmart.com, through one of our mobile apps, or in-store. Focus areas include customers, stores and employees, in-store service, merchant tools, merchant data science, and search and personalization.

What you’ll do: 

• Tackle complex retail challenges using Generative AI to develop intelligent solutions. 
• Employ deep learning methods and architectures to fine-tune NLP models. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in product, business, and engineering to address cutting-edge retail problems with AI. 
• Build and refine NLP and recommendation systems. 
• Develop data science models tailored for retail and e-commerce. 
• Deploy trained ML models to the cloud for business applications. 
• Lead model development and guide team members through building, testing, and deploying ML models at scale. 

What you’ll bring: 

• Proven experience in data science, machine learning, and optimization models. 
• Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or Econometrics. 
• Proficiency in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, using open-source frameworks like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch. 
• Excellent understanding of AI/ML/DL and Statistics, with strong coding skills in related libraries and frameworks. 
• Significant experience with SQL and programming languages such as Python, PySpark, and/or Scala. 
• Knowledge of deployment and scaling best practices. 
• Effective technical communication skills for non-technical stakeholders. 
• Experience leading and mentoring junior associates. 

Job Description:

As a Staff Data Scientist, you will work on pioneering Generative AI projects to solve complex retail challenges. You will utilize deep learning methods to fine-tune NLP models and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address cutting-edge problems. Your responsibilities will include building NLP and recommendation systems, developing data science models for retail, deploying trained ML models to the cloud, and leading model development efforts. Your expertise in data science, machine learning, and optimization, coupled with your strong technical communication skills, will be instrumental in guiding and mentoring team members. 

 

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:

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 Statement:

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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Reston, Virginia US-07759:The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00-$264,000.00

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Bentonville, Arkansas US-09440:The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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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: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 2 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 6 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, 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...

10790 Parkridge Dr. Suite 200, Reston, VA 20191, United States of America