Staff, Data Scientist

Walmart

Walmart

Data Science

United States · California, USA · Texas, USA · Tampa, FL, USA · Sunnyvale, CA, USA · Remote

USD 143k-286k / year + Equity

Posted on Apr 30, 2026

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

About Team The Catalog Data Science Team at Walmart Global Tech is focused on using the latest research in generative AI (GenAI), artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), statistics, deep learning, computer vision and optimization to implement solutions that ensure Walmart’s product catalog is accurate, complete, and optimized for customer experience. Our team tackles complex data science and ML engineering challenges related to product classification, attribute extraction, trust & safety, and catalog optimization, empowering next-generation retail use cases. The Data Science and ML Engineering community at Walmart Global Tech is active in most of the Hack events, utilizing the petabytes of data at our disposal, to build some of the coolest ideas. All the work we do at Walmart Global Tech will eventually benefit our operations & our associates, helping Customers Save Money to Live Better. What you'll do: As a Staff Data Scientist for Walmart Global Tech, you’ll have the opportunity to
  • Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML, NLP and LLM models into production environments with a focus on reliability and scalability
  • Develop efficient and scalable models at Walmart scale.
  • Integrate data science solutions into current business processes.
  • Mentor peers and junior members and handle multiple projects at the same time.
  • Consult with business stakeholders across stores and e-commerce businesses regarding algorithm-based recommendations and be a thought-leader to develop these into business actions.
  • Develop and recommend process standards and best practices in Machine Learning as applicable to the retail industry.
  • Engage and partner with universities, institutes, and vendor partners to bring in ideas and innovation into the lab’s environment.
  • Participate and speak at various external forums such as research conferences and technical summits.
  • Promote and support company policies, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.
What you'll bring:
  • Qualifications: PhD with >5 years of relevant experience / 4-year bachelor’s degree with > 9 years of experience / Master’s degree with > 6 years of experience. Educational qualifications should be preferably in Computer Science or a strongly quantitative discipline.
  • Demonstrated history of strong hands-on experience in AI/ML modelling, Deep-learning, Vision models, GenAI
  • Proven records of scientific publications or intellectual property generation
  • Past experience in solving complex business problems using Vision Models
  • Past experience in strong programming skills across data science, big data and ML engineering stack
  • Strong communication skills with inclination to high ownership and commitment
  • Experience with production deployment of DS models via Spark, Kubernets, Python
Good to have:
  • Experience with Ecommerce domain preferred
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 https://one.walmart.com/notices. 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.
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.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock

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...

1375 Crossman Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1114, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.