Principal, Data Scientist/Economist - Workforce Intelligence & Insights

Position Summary...

Walmart sells hundreds of billions of dollars a year in merchandise, manages thousands of stores, clubs, and distribution centers, and employs over two million people worldwide. Our Global People function is critical to managing this vast workforce effectively. Walmart’s scale and complexity necessitate careful, sophisticated analysis.
The Walmart Workforce Intelligence and Insights organization is responsible for leveraging data-driven insights to optimize our human capital strategies and enhance employee experiences while driving business outcomes. The team aims to understand the dynamics of our workforce, improve employee engagement, and drive organizational performance. As a Principal Data Scientist on this team, you will work on projects that provide critical insights into employee behavior, performance, and engagement, directly influencing strategic decisions and organizational outcomes.

We are seeking a candidate with experience in econometrics, causal inference, and AI to uncover deep insights about our workforce, collaborate on the development of key tools and data platforms, and drive strategic decision-making.

What you'll do...

• People Insights – Use internal and external data to deepen our understanding of our workforce and drive decision-making.
• Advanced Analytics & Machine Learning – Apply machine learning techniques (including but not limited to NLP, causal inference, clustering, classification, and predictive modeling) to large datasets, deriving actionable insights that influence key business decisions.
• Econometrics & Causal Inference – Apply advanced econometric and statistical methods to assess the impact of changes that cannot be tested experimentally.
• Cross-functional Collaboration – Collaborate with other teams to identify key areas across Global People where analytics can drive business value and partner to develop solutions.
• Data-Driven Storytelling – Communicate findings clearly and persuasively, translating complex analytical results into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.
• Framing and Evaluating Trade-offs – Analyze and balance business trade-offs to support strategic decision-making under conditions of uncertainty.

What you’ll bring…

• PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Math, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science) and 3+ years working in a role using data, statistics, or relevant experience, or 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with analyzing large datasets (ideally coding in SQL, R, or Python).
• Experience conducting rigorous, insightful research in Labor Economics.
• Experience with experimentation and causal inference.
• Expertise in applying econometrics and machine learning methods to workforce data.
• Curiosity and ability to be a self-starter, naturally interested in learning more.
• Collaborative spirit and ability to uplift your team when you partner with others.
• Problem solving skills.

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.

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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.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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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.

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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.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00-$220,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 5 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 3 years' experience in an analytics related field. Option 3: 7 years' experience in an analytics or related field

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

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.

Primary Location...

2403 Se J St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America