Staff, Data Scientist at Walmart in Sunnyvale, California

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Position Summary...


What you'll do...


We are seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist to join our Walmart eCommerce Product Analytics team. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and executing data-driven strategies to improve our eCommerce product offerings and customer experience.


What You'll Do
Use statistical modeling and machine learning techniques to analyze large and complex data sets to solve business problems and identify new opportunities
Drive experimentation for Walmart eCommerce products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, UX design, product management, and business analytics to develop data-driven insights and recommendations
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of our customers, products, and business operations to inform data-driven decisions - Manage, mentor, and lead a team of data scientists to ensure high-quality work and growth opportunities for team members
Lead multiple projects and domains
Preferred Qualification:
Masters or equivalent degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
6+ years of experience in a data science or analytics role, with proven experience in developing statistical models and algorithms to drive business impact
4+ years of A/B testing experience
Demonstrated expertise in machine learning, optimization, and experimentation techniques
Strong programming skills, especially in Python or R, and familiarity with big data tools and technologies such as Hadoop and Spark
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex analytical concepts to non-technical stakeholders


We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a vibrant and collaborative work environment to help you achieve your career goals. Join us in our mission to provide customers with the best possible eCommerce experience and shape the future of retail!


Live our Values


Culture Champion


• Models the Walmart values to foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; and supports Walmart's commitment to communities, social justice, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability; maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance.


Servant Leadership


• Acts as an altruistic servant leader and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, and transparent.Embrace Change


Curiosity & Courage


• Demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; fosters an environment that supports learning, innovation, and intelligent risk-taking; and exhibits resilience in the face of setbacks.


Digital Transformation & Change


• Seeks and implements continuous improvements and encourages the team to leverage new digital tools and ways of working.


Deliver for the Customer


Customer Focus


• Delivers expected business results while putting the customer first and consistently applying an omni-merchant mindset and the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans.


Strategic Thinking


• Adopts a holistic perspective that considers data, analytics, customer insights, and different parts of the business when making plans and shaping the team's strategy.


Focus on our Associates


Diversity, Equity & Inclusion


• Identifies, attracts, and retains diverse and inclusive team members; builds a high-performing team.


Collaboration & Influence


• Builds strong and trusting relationships with team members and business partners; works collaboratively and cross-functionally to achieve objectives; and communicates with energy and positivity to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action.


Talent Management


• Creates a discipline and focus around developing talent, promotes an environment allowing everyone to bring their best selves to work, empowers associates and partners to act in the best interest of the customer and company, and regularly recognizes others' contributions and accomplishments.


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 $143,000.00-$286,000.00
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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...



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



About Walmart



At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?


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.


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