Walmart Canada · 1 day ago
Expert Data Scientists, Conversational AI
Bellevue, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$143K/yr - $286K/yr
7+ years expWalmart Canada is seeking an Expert Data Scientist in Conversational AI to join their Emerging Tech team. This role involves defining strategy and system architecture for AI systems that anticipate customer needs and enhance shopping experiences at scale.
DeliveryRetailShopping
No H1B
Responsibilities
Shape the long-term vision for AI systems and platforms, setting the direction for what’s next
Lead architectural decisions across key areas like agentic systems, evaluation, and generative platforms
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to directors and senior leaders, influencing strategy at the highest level
Establish standards, frameworks, and best practices that guide teams toward excellence
Showcase technical leadership externally through publications, patents, open-source contributions, and thought leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field
Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field
7 years' experience in an analytics or related field
10+ years of experience building and deploying advanced ML and AI systems at scale
Proven track record of owning architecture-level decisions for LLMs, agentic systems, evaluation frameworks, or generative platforms
Deep expertise in one domain with the ability to influence adjacent areas
Experience turning ambiguous product or business goals into clear, long-term technical strategies
A strong record of production impact and technical leadership
External credibility through publications, patents, open-source contributions, speaking engagements, or similar achievements
Preferred
Data science, machine learning, optimization models
PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics
Publications or active peer reviewer in related journals or conference
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
Benefits
401(k) match
Stock purchase plan
Paid maternity and parental leave
PTO
Multiple health plans
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.
Company
Walmart Canada
Walmart Canada is a subsidiary of Walmart that operates a chain of more than 400 stores nationwide. It is a sub-organization of Walmart.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Canada NewsWire
2025-12-18
Canada NewsWire
2025-12-03
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