Senior, Software Engineer (Machine Learning Engineer) | Pricing Team | Bentonville at Walmart

LocationBENTONVILLE, ARCareer AreaSoftware Development and EngineeringJob FunctionSoftware Engineering and ArchitectureEmployment TypeRegular/PermanentPosition TypeSalaryRequisitionWD1953434 What you'll do at Position Summary...What you'll do...**Immigration sponsorship is not available in this role.**Walmart Global Tech is looking for a highly skilled Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join our team of data scientists and engineers. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing and maintaining machine learning models, as well as experience in working with large datasets. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to design, develop, and maintain software for various machine learning models and model pipelines using cloud technologies with Python, BigQuery and Spark. The candidate will also be responsible for working with data scientists to integrate machine learning innovations and algorithms into production systems.Team is looking for a Senior MLE specializing in Pricing Algorithms to lead our efforts in developing sophisticated pricing models and strategies. As a Senior Data MLE, you will play a critical role in driving innovation and optimizing revenue through the application of advanced statistical and machine learning techniques. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement pricing algorithms that maximize profitability and drive business growth.About Team:Our Merchandise AI Team within Applied AI group is the driving force behind our retail and e-commerce success, leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning techniques to optimize every aspect of our merchandising strategy. With a diverse blend of expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, and retail operations, our team pioneers innovative solutions across the merchandising lifecycle, from demand forecasting and assortment planning to pricing optimization. We're dedicated to building algorithms that empower stakeholders throughout the organization to make informed, data-driven decisions, ensuring that we stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving retail landscape. What you'll do:Algorithm Development: Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced pricing algorithms using state-of-the-art machine learning techniques, including but not limited to regression analysis, demand forecasting, dynamic pricing, and reinforcement learning.Code Review: Conduct thorough code reviews of pricing algorithms and related software components developed by the team. Ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and optimization techniques. Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to team members to enhance code quality and maintainability.Data Analysis and Insights: Utilize large datasets to conduct in-depth analysis of customer behavior, market dynamics, and competitive pricing strategies. Extract actionable insights to inform pricing decisions and strategy formulation.Model Evaluation and Optimization: Oversee the evaluation, validation, and optimization of pricing models to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance. Implement rigorous testing methodologies to assess model effectiveness and robustness.Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, marketing, and finance to understand business objectives, requirements, and constraints. Work collaboratively to translate business needs into data-driven pricing solutions.Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in pricing analytics, data science, and machine learning. Provide thought leadership and guidance on pricing strategy, methodologies, and implementation best practices.Documentation and Communication: Document methodologies, findings, and recommendations in clear and concise manner. Communicate complex technical concepts and insights to non-technical stakeholders through presentations, reports, and dashboards..What you'll bring:Masters/PHD in Computer Science with 5+ years of experince working as a Machine Learning Engineer.You’re experienced with Data Science and Machine Learning, including Regression, Classification, Ensemble Methods, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, GenAI, etc.You have strong implementation experience with at least one of the programming languages (Python, Java, C++, etc.). You have strong hands-on skills in data wrangling over massive datasets using distributed computing platform.You have strong written and oral communication skills.You have experience in online advertising, recommender system, search engine, ecommerce or related areas. You’re experienced with end-to-end modeling projects emerging from research efforts.You have an excellent academic or industrial track record of proposing, conducting, and reporting results of original research, plus collaborative research with publications. About Walmart Global Tech:Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. That’s what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We’re a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity expert's and service professionals within the world’s leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption. People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions and reimagine the future of retail.Flexible, Hybrid work:We use a hybrid way of working that is primarily in office coupled with virtual when not onsite. Our campuses serve as a hub to enhance collaboration, bring us together for purpose and deliver on business needs. This approach helps us make quicker decisions, remove location barriers across our global team and be more flexible in our personal lives.Benefits:Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.Equal Opportunity Employer:Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.‎ ‎ ‎ You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.‎ For information about PTO, see .‎ ‎ Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.‎ Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.‎ For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.‎ Bellevue, Washington US-11075:The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00-$216,000.00‎ Sunnyvale, California US-04396:The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00-$234,000.00‎ Bentonville, Arkansas US-10735:The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00-$180,000.00‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.‎ Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:‎ ‎ - Stock‎ ‎ Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Option 2: 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area., 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.Primary Location...2501 Se J St, Ste A, Bentonville, AR 72716-3724, United States of America About Walmart At Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability—and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries—all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.