Principal, Data Scientist

As a Principal Data Scientist at Walmart, you will lead analytics initiatives within the US Marketing team, named Ad Age's Marketer of the Year in 2022. This role involves spearheading data-driven decision-making and providing crucial insights to marketers, managers, and senior leaders. You'll work at the intersection of Performance Marketing, Brand Marketing, Data Engineering, Category Marketing, Merchandising, and Finance.

The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact at America's largest retailer, working from one of three major hubs: San Bruno, CA, Hoboken, NJ, or Bentonville, AR. You'll be responsible for developing comprehensive marketing measurement models, understanding customer value and engagement, and optimizing Walmart's marketing investments.

Key responsibilities include designing and implementing advanced analytics solutions, forecasting marketing's impact on sales and digital traffic, and promoting an analytical mindset across the organization. You'll need to be proficient in various technical tools including Python, Spark, Scala, or R, and have experience with cloud-based big data technologies.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $110,000 to $286,000 annually (varying by location), plus performance bonuses and stock options. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, stock purchase plans, paid parental leave, and educational assistance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data scientist who wants to work at the forefront of retail innovation, helping shape how millions of customers shop while driving growth for one of the world's largest companies. The position requires in-person work and offers the chance to collaborate with diverse teams while solving complex analytical challenges at scale.