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Walmart

Director, Data Science – Operations Research

Walmart

. Lead development and deployment of advanced data science solutions aligned with business strategies .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading data science initiatives, including machine learning model development, data strategy formulation, and team mentorship. Proficient in translating complex business requirements into actionable data-driven strategies while ensuring data quality and performance management.

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Data Science ExpertiseMachine Learning AlgorithmsPython ProficiencySQL ProficiencyLeadership in Team Management

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Hard Skills
Data ScienceMachine LearningAdvanced Analytical ModelingData StrategyData Quality AssessmentPythonSQLJava
Soft Skills
Business AcumenEffective CommunicationMentoringInfluencing Decision-Making
Industry Keywords
AnalyticsSupply Chain StrategyNetwork PlanningOperational Improvements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
JavaPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead development and deployment of advanced data science solutions aligned with business strategies
  • Oversee coding, testing, and validation of machine learning models
  • Translate complex business requirements into actionable data strategies and technical initiatives
  • Guide data source identification, quality assessment, and integration for scalable analytics
  • Mentor, manage, and develop data science teams
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights driving operational improvements and business value
  • Monitor model performance and implement lifecycle management practices
  • Support Walmart Supply Chain Strategy’s network planning, including locations, capacity, inventory flows, transportation, capital investments, fulfillment design, and network evolution

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 6 years' experience in an analytics-related field; or Master's degree in one of these fields and 4 years' experience; or 8 years' experience in an analytics or related field
  • Extensive experience in data science, machine learning algorithms, and advanced analytical modeling techniques
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Java
  • Strong business acumen and ability to translate complex data insights into actionable strategies
  • Expertise in data strategy, data quality assessment, and identifying suitable data sources
  • Proven leadership skills in mentoring teams, managing projects, and driving continuous improvement
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively and influence decision-making
  • Drug-free workplace compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based bonus awards
  • Medical, vision and dental coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Stock purchase
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off, including sick leave
  • Parental leave
  • Family care leave
  • Bereavement leave
  • Jury duty leave
  • Voting leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Company discounts
  • Military Leave Pay
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
  • Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit, including fully paid tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs
  • English Language Learning and short-form certificate programs
  • Vacation, sick leave, and holiday PTO/PPTO