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What you'll do...

Senior Data Scientist – Operations Research

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.

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;

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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.

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 $90,000.00-$180,000.00

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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._

Option 1- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2- Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 1 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3 - 5 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, 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), 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...

2608 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of America

Walmart 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.

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.