Position Summary...
What you'll do...
At Sam's Club, we are not just building computer vision models, we're transforming retail at a national scale. From operating the world's largest fleet of autonomous inventory-scanning robots to reinventing the member exit experience with frictionless, computer vision-driven technology, our Computer Vision teams are at the center of next-generation innovation. As a Staff Data Scientist, you'll lead the design, development, and scaling of advanced AI solutions that directly impact millions of shopping journeys while freeing our associates to focus more on serving members. If you are ready to apply cutting-edge research to solve massive real-world challenges and push the boundaries of Computer Vision, we would love to meet you.
What You Will Do
Architect and lead the development of large-scale Computer Vision and Machine Learning systems powering member and associate experiences at Sam's Club
Design innovative modeling approaches for object detection, item recognition, tracking, and visual anomaly detection in real-world retail environments
Drive complex technical initiatives, setting the vision for model training, evaluation, deployment, monitoring, and continual improvement
Collaborate closely with leaders in Product, Engineering, and Operations to shape the future roadmap for vision-based technologies
Mentor and guide Data Scientists and Engineers to raise the level of technical excellence across the organization
You Will Sweep Us Off Our Feet If
You bring deep expertise in Machine Learning and Computer Vision, especially in object detection, tracking, segmentation, or other real-world vision applications
You have a strong track record of building and deploying production-grade ML systems at scale
You are both a strategic thinker and a hands-on builder, able to set high-level architectural vision and dive deep into optimization when needed
You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and enjoy turning complexity into clear action
You have a passion for mentoring others, fostering learning, and creating a culture of technical excellence
You care deeply about applying AI to create seamless, delightful real-world experiences for our members and associates
About Walmart Global Tech
Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. Thats what we do at Walmart Global Tech. Were a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts and service professionals within the worlds leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.
Flexible, hybrid work:
We use a hybrid way of working that is primarily in office coupled with virtual when not onsite. Our campuses serve as a hub to enhance collaboration, bring us together for purpose and deliver on business needs. This approach helps us make quicker decisions, remove location barriers across our global team and be more flexible in our personal lives.
Benefits:
Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - " By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions while being inclusive of all people.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
At Sam's Club, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet!
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Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
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Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
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Paid time off benefits include PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. 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.
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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .
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Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
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Live Better U is a company 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.
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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.
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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart (https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J) .
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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00
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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
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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 4 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 2 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 6 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, 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...
1701 W STATE HIGHWAY 114, GRAPEVINE, TX 76051-8652, United States of America
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.
