Staff Data Scientist

Walmart - Internal
Sunnyvale, CA
Category Data Analyst
Job Description
Staff Data Scientist will build complex data sets, conduct advanced statistical analysis, and train algorithms to analyze and filter continuous data flows. The role involves utilizing system tools, developing custom data models, and collaborating with cross-functional partners. The candidate will work on large project teams to provide analytical support and guidance, and be responsible for analyzing large data sets to develop multiple custom models and algorithms.

Requirements

  • Build complex data sets from multiple data sources
  • Conduct advanced statistical analysis to determine trends and significant data relationships
  • Train algorithms to apply models to new data sets
  • Validate models and algorithmic techniques
  • Scale new algorithms to large data sets
  • Combine data features to determine search models
  • Research new techniques and best practices within the industry
  • Utilize system tools including (MySQL, Hadoop, Weka, R, Matlab, ILog)
  • Develop multiple custom data models to drive innovative business solutions
  • Translate business needs into data requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners across the business
  • Interpret data to identify trends to go across future data sets
  • Collaborate with project teams to implement data modeling solutions
  • Develop models of current state in order to determine improvements needed

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Performance-based incentive awards
  • Health benefits (medical, vision, and dental coverage)
  • Financial benefits (401(k), stock purchase, company-paid life insurance)
  • Paid time off benefits (PTO, sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, voting)
  • Other benefits (short-term and long-term disability, education assistance, company discounts, military service pay, adoption expense reimbursement)
]]>