Senior, Data Scientist - Walmart+ Core Ops & Strategy Enablement
Multiple locations
R-2413891 Bentonville, AR: $90,000 - $180,000/yr Hoboken, NJ: $108,000 - $216,000/yr
Regular/Permanent Salaried
Position Summary...
As Sr. Data Scientist in the Walmart+ Core Ops & Strategy Enablement team, you will be a senior individual contributor driving some of the most important experimentation and modeling work across Walmart+. You'll design and analyze experiments, build propensity and churn models, and help turn successful approaches into reusable data science assets. Your work will directly support the Member Acquisition & New Benefits and Member Engagement & Retention teams and shape how one of Walmart's highest-priority businesses tests, learns, and scales new ideas.
What youll do...
Design and analyze experiments that span multiple Walmart+ journeys, benefits, and channels, partnering closely with the Member Acquisition & New Benefits and Member Engagement & Retention teams. Build and maintain models such as propensity, churn, and uplift to answer high-impact strategic questions and support critical decisions. Translate test and model results into clear, actionable recommendations that inform product roadmaps, marketing strategies, and portfolio bets. Refactor and standardize code and methods into reusable templates, feature sets, or libraries that other data science teams can leverage. Partner with data engineering and platform teams to improve data pipelines and access patterns needed for fast experimentation and modeling.
What youll bring...
A passion for experiment-driven decision making and the ability to balance speed with sound methodology. Strong problem-structuring skills, turning ambiguous questions into tractable hypotheses, experiments, and models. A collaborative, low-ego mindset that brings stakeholders along, especially partners across the organization. Comfort working in a fast-evolving, high-priority environment, with the ability to prioritize and communicate tradeoffs. A habit of owning outcomes, not just analyses - you care that the organization acts on what you learn.
About the team...
The Walmart+ Core Ops & Strategy Enablement Data Science team is integral to the Walmart+ ecosystem, focusing on developing experimentation frameworks and rapid-turn models like propensity and churn. The team transforms innovative solutions into reusable data science assets, collaborating closely with Member Acquisition and Member Engagement teams. Utilizing expertise in data science, machine learning, Python, SQL, and data visualization, the team delivers rigorous experimentation, actionable insights, and scalable models. Their work supports multiple customer journeys and channels, driving impactful business outcomes through advanced analytics and strategic data applications.
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 Sams Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelors 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.
Hoboken, New Jersey US-10279:
The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $216,000.00
Bentonville, Arkansas US-30008:
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
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...
221 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, 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.
Benefits you'll enjoy...
Discount Card: Get 10% off Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.
Live Better U: 100% covered Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.
Walmart Academy: Grow your skills Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.
Financial perks...
Enjoy 401(k) matching and stock purchase plans.
Paid time off...
Take a break as needed for vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and more.
Comprehensive health benefits...
Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family.
Wellbeing programs...
Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life's challenges.
Career growth opportunities...
Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.
Learn more...
Life at Walmart...
Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation.
At Walmart's new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we're redefining what it means to work at a global leader.
Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech-enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.
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Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world-class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.
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Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.
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