(USA) Senior, Data Scientist (Computer Vision Engineer)

$108,000 - $216,000/Yr

Walmart - Hoboken, NJ

Full-time - Senior

Hoboken, NJ

General Merchandise Retailers

About the position

The Senior Data Scientist (Computer Vision Engineer) at Walmart is responsible for designing, training, and deploying advanced AI models to enhance in-store customer experiences. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to leverage emerging technologies and improve customer interactions for over 240 million Walmart customers. The position requires a strong background in computer vision and machine learning, with a focus on developing algorithms that enhance customer-facing applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop computer vision algorithms and machine learning models to enhance customer-facing applications.
• Research, develop, and analyze computer vision algorithms related to object detection, tracking, product identification, and scene understanding.
• Ensure model robustness, generalization, accuracy, testability, and efficiency.
• Write product or system development code.
• Collaborate within projects with a mixed team of software engineers and computer vision engineers.

Requirements

• Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Vision, or a relevant technical field, or an MS with 2 years of industry experience.
• Experience in machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision.
• Demonstrated software engineering experience through internships, work experience, or contributions to open-source projects.
• Experience with research and development of computer vision techniques such as object detection and tracking.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or Econometrics.
• Successful completion of assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R.
• Experience using open-source frameworks like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Knowledge of implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards and assistive technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses.
• Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) plan and stock purchase options.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off including sick leave, parental leave, and family care leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• Education assistance for associates and dependents.