Director- Data Science

Walmart

5 - 10 years

Washington

Posted: 13/06/2026

Job Description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Position Responsibilities

As Director, Data Science, you will lead and develop a team that enables Walmart Marketplace. This role is focused on technical and thought leadership, people development and operational process optimization—translating strategy into execution by aligning cross‑functional partners, contributing to marketplace KPIs.

Position Requirements

Very good knowledge of the foundations of machine learning and statistics

Experience in building large scale ML systems involving machine learning, supervised and unsupervised and deep learning.

Hands on experience in Computer Visions and NLP. Gen AI, Agentic AI

Lead, mentor and grow a team of data scientists, ML engineers and data analysts dedicated to Marketplace initiatives across seller lifecycle.

Partner with product, engineering, merchandising, and business stakeholders to identify opportunities and align on strategic initiatives.

Partner with other cross location data science teams to ensure continuous development and monitoring of Marketplace ML models.

Oversee the end-to-end data science lifecycle: problem scoping, literature review, model design, algorithmic optimization, engineering integration, deployment, monitoring, and impact measurement.

Drive AI innovation in marketplace AI models, including experimentation with new models and algorithms to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Ensure robust model governance, model monitoring, reproducibility, and ethical AI practices.

Communicate complex technical concepts and business impact effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.

Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and executive leadership.

Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in data science and AI.

Qualifications

Masters > 14 years OR Ph.D. in Comp Science/Statistics/Mathematics with > 12 years of relevant experience. Educational qualifications should be Computer Science/Statistics/Mathematics or a related area.

Experience of acting as a people lead for > 5 years

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 $156,000.00 - $312,000.00 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 6 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 3: 8 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...

10900 Ne 4th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, 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.

About Company

Walmart is a multinational retail corporation and one of the world's largest companies by revenue. Headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, it operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores. Known for its "everyday low prices" strategy, Walmart serves millions of customers globally through its physical stores and e-commerce platforms. The company is a leader in retail innovation, supply chain management, and sustainability initiatives, offering a wide range of products including groceries, electronics, apparel, and more.