(USA) Director - Driver Search, Arrival and Matching

Position Summary...

What You'Ll Do...

Join Walmart’s AI Revolution in Last-Mile Delivery

In Walmart’s Last-Mile Delivery team, we’re building intelligent systems that combine real-time data, AI agents, and scalable platforms to power our delivery infrastructure. Spark Driver—our largest last-mile network—now spans all 50 states, reaches over 94% of U.S. households, and plays a pivotal role in Walmart’s eCommerce growth by enabling fast, flexible, and cost-effective fulfillment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a visionary Director of Driver Search, Arrival and Matching to lead the development of scalable, AI-powered systems for driver search, arrival and matching automation. You’ll oversee a cross-functional team focused on optimizing every step of the Spark delivery funnel—from offer creation to fulfillment—directly impacting speed, cost, and driver experience at scale.

What You'Ll Do

• Own the roadmap for core platform capabilities—driver search, arrival staggering and driver-trip matching.
• Lead a cross-functional team of operators, product managers, data scientists, and engineers.
• Build frameworks that improve delivery speed, acceptance rates, and marketplace efficiency.
• Leverage real-time signals (driver behavior, location, route density) to inform offer logic and pricing.
• Collaborate with other leaders in AI, Driver Experience, and Store Operations to drive alignment and execution.
• Set KPIs and ensure accountability for outcomes that move the needle on cost, speed, and experience.

Basic Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience building platforms or systems in technology-driven organizations.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort using data to drive decision-making.
• Clear, structured communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders at multiple levels across technical and business functions.
• 10+ years of platform or marketplace leadership in logistics, mobility, or gig economy.
• Proven experience in personalization, ETA prediction, real-time matching, or search/relevance systems.
• Hands-on experience in applying ML, reinforcement learning, or agentic AI in production environments.
• Strategic thinker with strong cross-functional influence across technical and operational orgs.
• Demonstrated ability to hire and scale high-performing, outcome-driven teams.
• For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Preferred Qualifications

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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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 $130,000.00-$260,000.00

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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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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 6 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 2: Masters degree in Statistics, Economics, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field and 4 years' experience in an analytics related field.
Option 3: 8 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, Successful completion of one or more assessments in Python, Spark, Scala, or R, Supervisory experience, 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...

702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.