Walmart

(USA) Senior Manager, Data Science

Walmart$143K — $286K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields, or 7 years of experience in analytics.
  • 5-7 years of experience in data science and machine learning.
  • Proven expertise in statistical modeling techniques.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and validation of advanced analytical models.
  • Design data visualization solutions to communicate insights effectively.
  • Translate business needs into actionable data science projects.
  • Mentor team members in modeling and data analysis techniques.
  • Oversee model deployment and continuous monitoring for performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build data-driven solutions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) plan and stock purchase options.
  • Generous PTO policy, including paid parental and family care leave.
  • Walmart-paid education benefit program for furthering education.
  • Short-term and long-term disability, and company discounts.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:
The Senior Manager, Data Science leads advanced analytical initiatives to develop, validate, and deploy complex models that drive strategic business decisions. This role requires expertise in machine learning, statistical methods, and data visualization to translate business needs into actionable insights. The position involves mentoring team members, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The successful candidate will apply rigorous evaluation techniques, oversee model deployment at scale, and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders, fostering continuous improvement and innovation within a dynamic business environment.
About the team:
The CDI Data Science team is integral to the Customer Data & Identity organization within Walmart US Decision Sciences. This team develops advanced machine learning, deep learning, and agentic capabilities to support products and platforms across Customer Identity, Intelligence, Segmentation, Marketing, and decisioning systems. The team applies rigorous modeling, data visualization, and analytical techniques to deliver actionable insights and scalable solutions. Collaborating closely with business stakeholders, the team drives innovation and continuous improvement to enhance customer experiences and business outcomes through data-driven strategies and cutting-edge technologies.
What you'll do:
  • Lead the development, assessment, and validation of advanced analytical models using best practices to ensure accuracy, robustness, and business relevance.
  • Design and implement data visualization solutions that effectively communicate complex insights to stakeholders and support decision-making.
  • Translate business requirements into actionable data science projects aligned with strategic objectives and measurable outcomes.
  • Guide and mentor team members on modeling techniques, feature engineering, and data analysis methodologies.
  • Oversee model deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement to maintain performance at scale.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, program and engineering teams to execute initiatives by identifying data sources, ensuring quality, and building data-driven business solutions.

What you'll bring:
  • Extensive experience in data science, machine learning, and advanced statistical modeling techniques.
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and data visualization tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, and Python libraries.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop teams.
  • Expertise in model assessment, validation, deployment, and scaling within complex business environments.
  • Solid understanding of business strategies and ability to translate data insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Demonstrated project management capabilities and experience aligning technical solutions with business goals.


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 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...

809 11th Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America

About Walmart

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Walmart Careers

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2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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