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Position Summary...

We are seeking an experienced, business-oriented Senior Counsel to join Digital Citizenship’s Data and Technology legal team, with a dedicated focus on generative AI (GenAI) and biometric technologies. This role is critical in supporting the company’s responsible innovation goals, ensuring privacy and data protection compliance, and advising cross-functional teams on emerging legal risks associated with AI and biometric data usage.

As Senior Counsel, you will partner closely with Global Technology, product, data science, compliance, and policy teams to provide practical, risk-balanced advice on the development and deployment of AI tools, biometric systems, and related data use cases. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our global privacy strategy for advanced technologies.

What you'll do...

+ Provide strategic legal counsel on privacy, data protection, and ethical use of GenAI models and biometric technologies.

+ Advise on compliance with global privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, BIPA, other US state privacy laws related to biometric data, and evolving AI regulations.

+ Partner with product and engineering teams to design and implement privacy-by-design frameworks and risk mitigation strategies.

+ Support the development of internal policies, training, and governance structures for GenAI and biometric data use.

+ Review agreements for terms related to privacy, specifically, AI-specific vendor contracts, and biometric disclosures.

+ Monitor global legal and regulatory developments in privacy, AI, and biometrics; provide proactive guidance to internal stakeholders.

+ Collaborate with privacy operations, security, and incident response teams to manage risk and address incidents involving AI or biometric data.

+ Support engagement with regulators and industry groups to shape best practices and emerging standards.

What you'll bring:

+ J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.

+ 5+ years of legal experience, with significant expertise in privacy law; in-house experience preferred but not required.

+ Demonstrated experience advising on AI technologies, machine learning, and/or biometric data.

+ Deep knowledge of U.S. and international privacy laws, with a strong understanding of emerging AI regulatory frameworks.

+ Excellent judgment, business acumen, and ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.

+ Strong judgement and communication skills.

+ Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with product counseling and cross-functional advisory preferred by not required.

• Familiarity with AI ethics frameworks and human-centric design principles.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-impact legal team at the forefront of innovation. You’ll help shape our approach to responsible AI and privacy practices while contributing to the development of cutting-edge technology in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Belonging

At Walmart, our vision is "everyone included." By fostering a workplace culture where everyone is—and feels—included, everyone wins. Approximately 90% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Walmart or Sam’s Club – our associates and customers reflect the makeup of all of America, as well as the 18 other countries where we operate. By making Walmart a welcoming place where all people feel like they belong, we’re able to engage associates, strengthen our business, improve our ability to serve customers, and support the communities where we operate. We aim to create a culture where every associate feels valued for who they are, rooted in respect for the individual.

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 (https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J) .

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The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$260,000.00

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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._

Law degree from an accredited law school and 5 years’ experience in law.

License to practice law in at least one state.

Preferred Qualifications...

_Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications._

Leading cross-functional teams

Primary Location...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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.