Staff Data Scientist

Walmart

. Lead development and advancement of Media Mix Modeling and marketing measurement methodologies .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $132,000 - $286,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in statistical modeling, causal inference, and Media Mix Modeling, with a strong ability to translate complex analytical findings into actionable business insights. Proficient in developing scalable analytical solutions and collaborating cross-functionally to drive marketing measurement strategies.

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Statistical ModelingCausal InferenceMedia Mix ModelingPython ProgrammingSQL Programming

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Hard Skills

Statistical ModelingCausal InferenceMedia Mix ModelingExperiment DesignModel ValidationIncrementalityAttributionData AnalysisAnalytical Solutions DevelopmentQuantitative Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationStorytelling SkillsCollaborationInfluence LeadershipTechnical Direction

Industry Keywords

Marketing MeasurementIncremental Marketing ImpactAnalytical RoadmapsCross-Functional PartnershipBusiness Insights

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and advancement of Media Mix Modeling and marketing measurement methodologies
Develop, validate, automate, and interpret models
Design and analyze experiments and causal inference studies at geo, store, and customer levels
Quantify incremental marketing impact
Build frameworks connecting experimental evidence with observational and MMM measurement
Apply advanced statistical and causal methods to customer behavior, media performance, and marketing incrementality questions
Translate technical findings into business insights and strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders
Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Finance, and analytics teams
Identify high-impact measurement opportunities
Define analytical roadmaps and develop scalable solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Statistics, Economics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent experience
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 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 3 years' experience in an analytics related field
Option 3: 7 years' experience in an analytics or related field
Deep expertise in statistical modeling and causal inference
Hands-on experience in experiment design and measurement
Hands-on experience developing Media Mix Models, including model validation, response curves, incrementality, and attribution
Strong programming skills in Python and SQL with vibe coding
Ability to independently develop and evaluate analytical solutions
Strong communication and storytelling skills
Ability to explain sophisticated methodologies and findings to non-technical and senior audiences
Ability to lead through influence, collaborate across functions, and provide technical direction
Eligibility for benefits may depend on job classification and length of employment

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 disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Vacation, sick leave, and holiday time through PTO and/or PPTO
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit program
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for eligible education programs