(USA) Data Scientist III

Position Summary

As a Data Scientist III, you will apply advanced analytical modeling and data management techniques to solve complex business challenges. This role involves developing, validating, and deploying scalable models while ensuring data quality and governance standards are met. You will collaborate across functions to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions, leveraging statistical methods and programming expertise. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting Walmart's commitment to operational excellence and informed decision-making through innovative data strategies.

About the Team

The Ecommerce Fulfillment Insights team applies data science, optimization, and artificial intelligence to enhance order fulfillment and delivery efficiency. By transforming complex data into actionable insights, the team supports strategic decisions that improve operations and reduce costs. Members utilize programming, statistical modeling, and data visualization to develop scalable solutions aligned with business goals. Collaborating across functions, the team fosters continuous learning and innovation while upholding high standards of integrity and operational excellence to effectively address evolving business challenges.

What You'll Do

• Apply advanced statistical methods and analytical modeling techniques to develop and refine data-driven solutions.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis, feature selection, and hypothesis testing to support business decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable data models and insights.
• Develop, test, and deploy analytical models ensuring performance, scalability, and sustainability in production environments.
• Utilize programming languages such as SQL and Python to manage data quality, perform data analysis, and automate workflows.
• Generate clear data visualizations and reports to communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
• Mentor junior associates in modeling techniques and data analytics best practices.

What You'll Bring

• Proven expertise in data management, data quality standards, and data governance to ensure reliable and scalable data solutions.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and programming languages such as Python or R for advanced data analysis and model development.
• Experience applying advanced statistical methods, machine learning techniques, and exploratory data analysis to solve complex business problems.
• Ability to develop, validate, and deploy analytical models with attention to performance and scalability.
• Skilled in identifying relevant data sources and translating business requirements into data-driven solutions.
• Effective communication skills to present insights and mentor junior team members.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Data science, machine learning, optimization models
• Master's degree 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)
• 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
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and supporting inclusive culture following Walmart's accessibility standards and guidelines

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, vision and dental coverage
• Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off benefits including PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting
• PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes (amount depends on job classification and length of employment; meets or exceeds paid sick leave laws where applicable)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
• Live Better U education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates (programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates; tuition, books, and fees completely paid by Walmart)

Pay

Annual salary range: $90,000.00 – $180,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Certain positions may also include Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) based on location.

Primary Location: 2101 Se Simple Savings Dr, Bentonville, AR 72712-4304, United States of America

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