Staff Data Scientist

Walmart

Staff Data Scientist leading the development of scalable AI and ML solutions for Marketplace Payments. Collaborating with teams to drive innovation and support business goals through data-driven strategies.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeBentonville • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $110,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the development of scalable AI and data science solutions, with a strong focus on machine learning, predictive analytics, and technical leadership in data science strategy. Proven ability to build and mentor high-performing teams while driving innovation and collaboration across cross-functional partners.

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Machine LearningPredictive AnalyticsTechnical LeadershipPythonSQL

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningPredictive AnalyticsAdvanced Statistical ModelingData Science StrategyFeature EngineeringModel MonitoringScalable AI SolutionsData ArchitectureAnalyticsAutomation

Soft Skills

People LeadershipInfluencing Senior LeadersCollaborationCoachingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AI TechnologiesData Science FrameworksEnterprise Data Architecture

Industry Keywords

Marketplace PaymentsFinancial ServicesData-Driven SolutionsGlobal ScalabilityEmerging AI Capabilities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of scalable AI and data science solutions for a global Marketplace Payments platform across current and future marketplaces.
Define the technical vision, roadmap, and reusable modeling frameworks for Payments & Financial Services.
Partner with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Business leaders to deliver data-driven solutions that shape product strategy.
Champion the adoption of emerging AI capabilities to improve decision-making, automation, and customer experience.
Build scalable data assets, feature engineering, and model monitoring capabilities.
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of data scientists.
Provide technical thought leadership and drive continuous innovation across the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Option 1: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 2 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 3: 6 years' experience in an analytics or related field.
Proven expertise in machine learning, predictive analytics, advanced statistical modeling, and AI, delivering scalable solutions with measurable business impact.
Demonstrated technical leadership in defining data science strategy and establishing best practices across the model lifecycle.
Strong people leadership experience, including building, coaching, and developing high-performing data science teams.
Expertise in Python, SQL, enterprise data architecture, and scalable AI/ML solutions.
Ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners, translating complex business challenges into data-driven strategies.
Experience building globally scalable analytical capabilities and championing the adoption of emerging AI technologies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.
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.