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Walmart

Distinguished Data Scientist – Operations Research

Walmart

. Lead advanced analytics initiatives to solve complex business challenges .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in advanced data analytics, machine learning, and optimization techniques to solve complex business challenges. Proficient in developing predictive models, data visualizations, and translating business requirements into actionable analytics strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Advanced Data AnalysisMachine LearningMathematical OptimizationPython ProficiencyData Visualization

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Hard Skills
Predictive ModelingOptimization AlgorithmsCausal InferenceMixed Integer ProgrammingGreedy SearchHeuristicsSQL Proficiency
Soft Skills
MentoringEffective Communication
Tools & Technologies
Data Visualization Tools
Industry Keywords
AnalyticsSupply Chain StrategyNetwork PlanningAnalytical Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead advanced analytics initiatives to solve complex business challenges
  • Analyze complex business problems using advanced data analytics, machine learning, and optimization techniques
  • Develop and implement predictive models and optimization algorithms
  • Design and deliver data visualizations and narratives for stakeholders
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable data strategies and technology solutions
  • Mentor team members on analytical methods, model validation, and best practices
  • Monitor deployed models for accuracy, sustainability, and business alignment
  • Support Walmart’s supply chain strategy through network planning, modeling, and analytical frameworks

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 7 years' experience in an analytics related field; OR Master’s degree in one of these fields and 5 years' experience; OR 9 years' experience in an analytics or related field
  • 3 years' supervisory experience
  • Extensive experience in advanced data analysis, machine learning, and causal inference
  • Strong background and experience in mathematical optimization, including mixed integer programming, greedy search, and other heuristics
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques
  • Ability to translate business requirements into actionable analytics strategies
  • Coding proficiency in Python and SQL
  • Proven capability to mentor teams and communicate complex data insights effectively

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based bonus awards
  • Medical, vision and dental coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Stock purchase
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • PTO, 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
  • Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for eligible education programs
  • Additional stock compensation for certain positions