(USA) Senior Manager, Data Science

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
As Senior Manager, Data Science, you will lead advanced analytical initiatives to develop, validate, and deploy robust predictive models that drive strategic business decisions. This role requires expertise in statistical methods, machine learning, and data visualization to translate complex data into actionable insights. You will collaborate cross-functionally to align data solutions with business objectives, mentor team members, and ensure the delivery of scalable, high-impact analytics. Your leadership will support continuous innovation and operational excellence within Walmart’s data science capabilities.
About the team:
The Strategy and Science for Last Mile Delivery team at Walmart focuses on leveraging advanced data science and machine learning techniques to optimize delivery operations. The team applies rigorous model assessment, validation, and deployment practices to ensure accuracy and scalability. Collaborating across business domains, they translate complex data into actionable insights using effective visualization and communication methods. This group drives innovation by integrating artificial intelligence and statistical methods to solve operational challenges, supporting Walmart’s commitment to efficient, data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement in customer delivery experiences.
What you'll do:

• Lead development, assessment, and validation of advanced analytical models using statistical and machine learning techniques to ensure accuracy and robustness.
• Design and implement data visualization solutions to effectively communicate complex insights to business stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable data science projects aligned with strategic goals.
• Guide and mentor team members on modeling, feature engineering, and data analysis best practices.
• Oversee deployment and monitoring of models in production environments, ensuring performance and scalability.
• Manage data sourcing, quality assessment, and integration to support analytical initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement by applying emerging AI and machine learning advancements.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and advanced statistical methods to develop and validate complex models.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and SQL for data analysis, model development, and deployment.
• Strong knowledge of data visualization tools and techniques to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions aligned with organizational strategy.
• Expertise in project management and mentoring teams to deliver scalable, robust data science solutions.
• Solid understanding of business metrics across multiple domains to provide actionable recommendations.

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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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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: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 7 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, Supervisory experience, 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...

802 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.