As a Senior Data Scientist (Machine Learning Engineer) on the Catalog Data Science Team at Walmart Global Tech, you will collaborate with other experts to develop and deploy machine learning models that enhance product catalog accuracy and completeness. Your daily tasks include designing, developing, and deploying AI/ML, NLP, and LLM models in production environments, ensuring reliability and scalability throughout the model lifecycle. You will also integrate these solutions into existing business processes and recommend best practices for ML in retail. With a strong background in generative AI technologies like LLMs and multimodal models, you will work on vision-based projects and classical machine learning techniques such as CNNs and Transformers. Proficiency in Python, MLOps tools like Spark and Kubernetes, and experience with cloud platforms like GCP are essential for this role, which involves tackling large-scale data challenges to improve Walmart’s product catalog and customer experience.
Design and deploy AI/ML models with a focus on reliability and scalability in production.
Develop and integrate data science solutions into existing business processes.
Recommend process standards and best practices for Machine Learning in retail.
Lead collaborations with senior team members to drive strategic decision-making.
Proactively track AI/ML research advancements and implement them in production.
What we're looking for
PhD with over 3 years or master’s with over 4 years of relevant experience in Computer Science or a quantitative field.
Strong hands-on experience in AI/ML modeling, including Generative AI technologies like LLMs and multimodal models.
Expertise in classical ML, deep learning, and modern architectures such as CNNs and Transformers.
Proven ability to translate the latest AI/ML research into production-grade solutions.
Experience in programming skills across data science, statistical analysis, big data, and ML stack using Python.
Strong communication skills with a high level of ownership and commitment.
Market check
Salary context
This
$117,000–$234,000
range sits above
68%
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Peer median band
$110,000–$220,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
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$126,800–$191,875
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About Walmart
Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail
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