(USA) Principal, Data Scientist

World's leading retailer focused on helping people save money so they can live better.
Bentonville, AR, USA
$110,000 - $220,000
Data
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For (USA) Principal, Data Scientist

Walmart Global Tech is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead the development and deployment of advanced AI and machine learning models across Walmart's vast operations. This role is part of the Enterprise People Technology team, which supports the successful deployment of People technology across the enterprise, impacting millions of associates globally. The position offers an opportunity to work on large-scale data challenges, design innovative algorithms, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable business outcomes. The role combines technical expertise in AI/ML with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring junior data scientists and advocating for best practices. Working at Walmart Global Tech means being at the forefront of retail disruption, where one line of code can impact hundreds of millions of people. The position offers competitive compensation ($110,000-$220,000), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work in Northwest Arkansas, featuring over 200 miles of trails, an emerging food scene, and the world-renowned Crystal Bridges Museum.

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Responsibilities For (USA) Principal, Data Scientist

  • Lead end-to-end lifecycle of AI/ML projects from ideation to deployment
  • Architect and implement scalable cloud-based GenAI systems
  • Develop novel algorithms using state-of-the-art AI frameworks
  • Build highly parallelized compute environments for processing large-scale datasets
  • Collaborate with diverse teams across engineering, business, and operations
  • Advocate for best practices in software development
  • Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to building innovation culture

Requirements For (USA) Principal, Data Scientist

Python
  • Masters degree or PHD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in software development and data science
  • Experience with RAG, Agentic frameworks, Knowledge Graphs, NLP and generative AI
  • Expertise in Python, C++, CUDA, and relevant libraries
  • Strong experience with cloud services, especially GCP/Azure
  • Experience with serverless architecture and microservices
  • Strong knowledge of data pipelines, ETL processes, and big data technologies
  • Experience in conversation AI
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Benefits For (USA) Principal, Data Scientist

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Multiple health plan options including vision & dental plans
  • 401(k) and stock purchase plans
  • Life insurance
  • Associate discounts in-store and online
  • Education assistance for Associate and dependents
  • Parental Leave
  • Military service pay
  • Paid Time off (vacation, sick, parental)
  • Short-term and long-term disability

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