We are seeking a Distinguished Data Scientist to provide technical leadership and long‑term vision for next‑generation AI systems and platforms
Job Summary
We are seeking a Distinguished Data Scientist to provide technical leadership and long‑term vision for next‑generation AI systems and platforms.
The Colony Platform team applies advanced data science, machine learning, and agentic AI to solve high-impact business problems across Walmart globally.
Build and deploy production ML systems end-to-end: data pipelines, feature stores, model training, serving layers, monitoring, and feedback loops at scale.
Matching Summary
We are seeking a Distinguished Data Scientist to provide technical leadership and long‑term vision for next‑generation AI systems and platforms.
Salary
Base: $130,000.00 - $338,000.00; Bonus/Equity: annual or quarterly performance bonuses; Benefits: 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Architect end-to-end ML/AI systems
Built and shipped autonomous AI agents
Production ML systems end-to-end
Agentic AI, reinforcement learning, simulation
Large-scale AI systems and autonomous agents
NLP pipelines at enterprise scale
Deep expertise in ML algorithms and deep learning
Production experience with NLP, computer vision, time series forecasting
Hands-on experience building and orchestrating AI agents
Nice-to-have
Practical business impact
AI-assisted development
Cross-functional influence
Mentoring of senior talent
Creating inclusive digital experiences
Knowledge of accessibility best practices
Key Requirements
Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 8+ years’ experience in data science or Machine Learning roles
PhD in AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, or related field with relevant industry experience
6 years' experience in an analytics related field with Bachelor’s degree
4 years' experience in an analytics related field with Master’s degree
8 years' experience in an analytics or related field