Walmart

Senior Manager, Data Science – Conversational AI

Sunnyvale, California, United States

$60,000 – $90,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related technical discipline, with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a data science individual contributor and at least 2 years of experience in a management role. They should also possess 2+ years of hands-on experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product and business stakeholders, to clarify requirements and present machine learning solutions, along with the ability to manage innovative technology projects and multiple stakeholders simultaneously.

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Data Science – Conversational AI will lead overall programs, partnering with project teams and business partners to solve problems and provide leadership, mentoring, and coaching to team members, supporting their development of business and technical skills. This role will also involve identifying and developing top talent, collaborating with other Data Science Managers across the organization to align strategies and effectively manage talent, and contributing to the design, architecture, and implementation of Walmarts core A.I. conversational platform, Cortex, which powers personal assistants and customer care channels.

Skills

Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing
Conversational AI
Python
SQL
Data Modeling
Team Leadership
Mentoring
Stakeholder Management
Cortex

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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