Walmart
Position Summary
The Applied AI Data Science team at Walmart is seeking a passionate and creative Senior Data Scientist with expertise in Operations Research, ML, GenAI, and Agentic AI. The major focus for this role is developing and deploying large-scale Operations Research solutions that drive transformation in Walmart business operations. What you'll do
Senior Data Scientist – Operations Research You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Product, Finance, and Engineering to solve complex business problems using cutting-edge data mining, machine learning, optimization, simulation, and advanced analytics. Your solutions will have direct strategic impact on Walmart’s store operations. Key Responsibilities
Lead Development of Scalable Data Science Solutions:
Build highly scalable operations models, automate data processing workflows, and oversee end-to-end data modeling pipelines from data ingestion to deployment. Apply Advanced Analytical Methods:
Leverage advanced statistical analysis, machine learning, simulation, Optimization, GenAI, and Agentic AI techniques to identify patterns, trends, and correlations, facilitating long-term operations design. Visualization & Communication:
Design and maintain dynamic dashboards and interactive visualizations to effectively communicate complex analytical findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with business, product, finance, and engineering teams to identify high-impact optimization opportunities and provide actionable recommendations. Experimentation & Causal Inference:
Employ heuristic analysis, causal inference methodologies, and experimental design (A/B testing, synthetic control, difference-in-differences) to evaluate the market impact of strategic initiatives. Continuous Innovation:
Stay abreast of new methods, tools, and techniques in Operations Research, GenAI, and Agentic AI, applying them to solve emerging business challenges. Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree or PhD equivalent in Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (any), or a related field; OR Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in one of the above fields with 5 years of professional analytics experience. Required Skills & Experience
Operations Research:
Experience developing large-scale optimization models (preferably using CPlex) and integrating OR with machine learning for operations use cases. Machine Learning & GenAI:
Experience with Python, Scikit-learn, and GenAI/Agentic AI frameworks for developing predictive and generative models. Statistical & Simulation Analysis:
Proficient in conducting statistical analysis (Python, linear regression), simulation modeling, and interpreting data-driven results. Collaboration & Storytelling:
Strong ability to communicate complex findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences. Benefits
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. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. Live Better U
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. Annual Salary Range
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Primary Location
2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of America
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The Applied AI Data Science team at Walmart is seeking a passionate and creative Senior Data Scientist with expertise in Operations Research, ML, GenAI, and Agentic AI. The major focus for this role is developing and deploying large-scale Operations Research solutions that drive transformation in Walmart business operations. What you'll do
Senior Data Scientist – Operations Research You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Product, Finance, and Engineering to solve complex business problems using cutting-edge data mining, machine learning, optimization, simulation, and advanced analytics. Your solutions will have direct strategic impact on Walmart’s store operations. Key Responsibilities
Lead Development of Scalable Data Science Solutions:
Build highly scalable operations models, automate data processing workflows, and oversee end-to-end data modeling pipelines from data ingestion to deployment. Apply Advanced Analytical Methods:
Leverage advanced statistical analysis, machine learning, simulation, Optimization, GenAI, and Agentic AI techniques to identify patterns, trends, and correlations, facilitating long-term operations design. Visualization & Communication:
Design and maintain dynamic dashboards and interactive visualizations to effectively communicate complex analytical findings and insights to non-technical stakeholders. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with business, product, finance, and engineering teams to identify high-impact optimization opportunities and provide actionable recommendations. Experimentation & Causal Inference:
Employ heuristic analysis, causal inference methodologies, and experimental design (A/B testing, synthetic control, difference-in-differences) to evaluate the market impact of strategic initiatives. Continuous Innovation:
Stay abreast of new methods, tools, and techniques in Operations Research, GenAI, and Agentic AI, applying them to solve emerging business challenges. Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree or PhD equivalent in Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (any), or a related field; OR Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in one of the above fields with 5 years of professional analytics experience. Required Skills & Experience
Operations Research:
Experience developing large-scale optimization models (preferably using CPlex) and integrating OR with machine learning for operations use cases. Machine Learning & GenAI:
Experience with Python, Scikit-learn, and GenAI/Agentic AI frameworks for developing predictive and generative models. Statistical & Simulation Analysis:
Proficient in conducting statistical analysis (Python, linear regression), simulation modeling, and interpreting data-driven results. Collaboration & Storytelling:
Strong ability to communicate complex findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences. Benefits
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. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. Live Better U
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. Annual Salary Range
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Primary Location
2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of America
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