(USA) Data Scientist III

Job Opportunity: Data Scientist III (USA) at Vertex Inc.

Position Summary

Join us in tackling complex retail challenges by working on financial data forecasting. This is an exciting opportunity to utilize deep learning methods and cutting-edge architectures to develop and deploy state-of-the-art forecasting systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Build time series forecasting systems
• Develop data science models for retail and e-commerce
• Deploy trained ML models into the cloud for business and customers

About the Team

Our team collaborates closely with US stores and eCommerce divisions to better serve customers. We leverage technological innovation to empower team members, stores, and merchants. Walmart U.S. offers a vast selection spanning from groceries to crafts, available both online and in-store.

Focus areas include customers, stores and employees, in-store service, merchant tools, merchant data science, and search and personalization.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in data science, machine learning, or optimization models
• Proficiency in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, using open source frameworks like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Pytorch
• Strong understanding of AI, ML, DL, and statistics, along with coding proficiency
• Significant proficiency in SQL and programming languages like Python, PySpark, and/or Scala

About Walmart Global Tech

At Walmart Global Tech, you’ll work in an innovative environment where a single line of code can impact millions of lives. Our team of software engineers, data scientists, and cybersecurity experts drive retail’s next big disruption. We are people-led and tech-empowered.

Whether you're starting your career in tech or an experienced professional, you'll find opportunities to innovate at scale and shape the future of retail.

Flexible, Hybrid Work

We embrace a hybrid working model, combining office time with virtual work when not onsite. Our campuses facilitate collaboration, enhance decision-making, and provide flexibility for better work-life balance.

Benefits

Walmart offers a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses. Our perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, comprehensive health plans, and more.

Additional benefits include:

• Short-term and long-term disability
• Company discounts
• Military Leave Pay
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity, respecting unique styles, experiences, identities, and ideas. Our aim is to help our associates, customers, and communities thrive.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, plus 2 years’ experience in analytics or a related field.
• OR Master's degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• OR 4 years' experience in analytics or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics
• Completion of certifications in Python, Spark, Scala, or R using open source frameworks like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and Pytorch
• Background in creating inclusive digital experiences
• Knowledge of implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards
• Experience with assistive technologies and integrating digital accessibility

Primary Location: 10790 Parkridge Dr. Suite 200, Reston, VA 20191, United States of America.

Company Name: Vertex Inc.

Job Title: Data Scientist III (USA)