(USA) Principal, Data Scientist
Walmart • Bentonville, AR • Posted July 08, 2026
Position Overview
**Position Summary...**
Role summary:
As a Principal Data Scientist, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced optimization, machine learning, and AI solutions that drive strategic outcomes across Walmart’s Perishables network. You will translate complex business challenges into scalable analytical products, influence enterprise decision-making, and shape data science strategy. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and exceptional communication skills. You will partner with cross-functional leaders, mentor data scientists, and champion innovative approaches that deliver measurable operational and customer impact.
About the team:
Walmart’s Supply Chain Labor Planning team delivers advanced workforce insights and innovative labor planning solutions across multiple formats. The team combines data engineering, financial modeling, and supply chain execution to optimize staffing and operational performance at numerous f...
Role summary:
As a Principal Data Scientist, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced optimization, machine learning, and AI solutions that drive strategic outcomes across Walmart’s Perishables network. You will translate complex business challenges into scalable analytical products, influence enterprise decision-making, and shape data science strategy. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and exceptional communication skills. You will partner with cross-functional leaders, mentor data scientists, and champion innovative approaches that deliver measurable operational and customer impact.
About the team:
Walmart’s Supply Chain Labor Planning team delivers advanced workforce insights and innovative labor planning solutions across multiple formats. The team combines data engineering, financial modeling, and supply chain execution to optimize staffing and operational performance at numerous f...