Senior, Data Scientist - Gen AI

Position Summary...At Sam’s Club, being member obsessed means using data to create measurable value --- for our members, suppliers and the business. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will leverage advanced analytical techniques and domain expertise to identify, develop, and deploy data-driven solutions that support strategic business objectives.

This role involves extracting and validating data from different sources, building scalable models, and delivering actionable insights through effective visualization and communication. You will collaborate across functions to translate complex business challenges into innovative data strategies, mentor team members, and ensure alignment with data governance and quality standards, driving measurable value and informed decision-making throughout the organization.

About the team:

The AI Center of Excellence develops advanced intelligent agent solutions that transition from concept to production across various departments. The team leverages enterprise data to create prescriptive AI applications, focusing on data quality, management, and analytics using tools like Python, SQL, and AWS SageMaker. Collaborating across functions, members drive innovative AI solutions addressing complex business challenges while ensuring scalable and sustainable model deployment. This team fosters continuous learning and technical excellence, supporting enterprise-wide AI initiatives that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

What you'll do...

• Identify and source relevant data from multiple business domains, ensuring data quality and suitability for analysis.
• Develop, test, and deploy advanced analytical models using programming languages such as Python and SQL.
• Perform model validation and tuning to ensure accuracy, robustness, and scalability in production environments.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis and generate actionable insights to support business decision-making.
• Create clear and effective data visualizations to communicate findings to stakeholders and influence strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data solutions with business objectives and priorities.
• Mentor junior associates in data science techniques and best practices.
  
  

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in data science and advanced analytical modeling techniques, including machine learning and statistical methods.
• Proficiency in Python programming and data visualization tools such as Matplotlib, Plotly, or Tableau.
• Strong knowledge of data source identification, data quality assessment, and database technologies including SQL and NoSQL.
• Ability to develop, test, deploy, and scale analytical models with a focus on accuracy, robustness, and business impact.
• Solid understanding of business domains and the capability to translate business requirements into data-driven solutions.
• Experience mentoring junior associates and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver actionable insights. At Sam's Club, 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, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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.

• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
  
  

Live Better U is a company 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.

Benefits

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

San Bruno, California US-08848: The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00

Bentonville, Arkansas US-09930: 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 Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location).

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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...

850 Cherry Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066-3031, 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.