Distinguished, Data Scientist

Overview

Walmart seeks a Distinguished Data Scientist to lead advanced analytics initiatives that drive strategic business decisions. This role involves formulating complex technical problems, developing innovative machine learning models, and delivering actionable insights through effective data visualization. The successful candidate will collaborate across functions to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. They will mentor teams, promote best practices in model development and deployment, and contribute to continuous improvement by leveraging cutting-edge techniques and data ecosystems to maximize business impact.

The People Technology team at Walmart drives the deployment and enhancement of innovative people-focused technology across the enterprise, impacting millions globally. Within this group, the People.

AI team develops advanced AI and machine learning solutions to improve associate productivity and engagement. This includes creating intelligent conversational interfaces powered by large language models to streamline communication, automate tasks, and deliver personalized support. The team combines expertise in business strategies, data analysis, and predictive analytics to build scalable, data-driven solutions that enhance the associate experience and support Walmart’s commitment to operational excellence.

Analyze complex business problems using advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to deliver actionable insights. Develop, validate, and deploy predictive models that support strategic business initiatives and drive measurable impact. Design and implement data visualization solutions to effectively communicate findings and influence decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable data strategies and technology solutions. Mentor and guide team members on analytical methods, model development, and best practices.

Monitor model performance and ensure sustainability through continuous evaluation and lifecycle management. Identify and integrate relevant data sources while maintaining data quality and governance standards.

Extensive experience in data science, including advanced machine learning, predictive analytics, and statistical modeling techniques. Proficiency in data analysis, visualization tools, and programming languages such as Python and R to develop and communicate actionable insights. Strong understanding of business strategy, data governance, and data quality standards to align analytics with organizational goals. Ability to translate complex business problems into analytical solutions and define key performance metrics.

Expertise in model assessment, validation, deployment, and lifecycle management to ensure robust and scalable solutions. Proven skills in mentoring teams and collaborating cross-functionally to drive data-driven decision making.

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. 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  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…