Welcome to the Chief Data Scientist Job Category

At Ladders, we host the best Chief Data Scientist (CDS) jobs with competitive salaries starting at $100,000 or more per year. Our job listings feature opportunities in a wide range of industries, all guaranteed to challenge your skills and advance your career.

What is a Chief Data Scientist?

A Chief Data Scientist is a high-level executive responsible for managing a company's data science and analytics teams. They play an integral role in formulating strategies based on actionable insights derived from the company's data.

Why Choose a Career as a Chief Data Scientist?

As a Chief Data Scientist, you will have the exciting opportunity to shape the data-driven future of a company. The high-paying job offers both technical and strategic roles, making it a perfect fit for those who wish to combine their analytical skills with business acumen.

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$125K - $160K *

The Data Scientist will work with a team to develop strategies and create ML/AI solutions that support clients' mission and business goals. This role requires strong communication skills and a passion...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

The Data Scientist at Steampunk will work with a team to develop strategies and create ML/AI solutions to address complex data problems. This role requires strong communication skills and a passion fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

The Data Scientist at Steampunk will work with a team to develop strategies and create ML/AI solutions to solve complex data problems. The role requires strong communication skills and a passion for d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

The Research Scientist at Canvs AI will develop next-generation AI systems to enhance understanding of customer emotions and loyalty. This role involves designing and implementing transformer-based te...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $240K *

The Data Science Manager at Clover will lead a team focused on leveraging data to improve clinical outcomes and reduce costs in health insurance. This role involves managing team dynamics, developing...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

We are looking for a Director/Principal level data scientist/modeler to help take our healthcare price discovery and cost optimization platform to the next level. We are looking for exceptional candid...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •     Healthcare

$150K - $220K *

The Principal Machine Learning Architect will lead the design and implementation of large-scale ML systems, ensuring they meet performance and reliability standards. This role involves cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Data Scientist will play a crucial role in building the data science capabilities of the Surgical Data Science Collective, focusing on AI and computer vision to enhance surgical outcomes. T...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

The Executive Director, Statistician will provide statistical support in the design and analysis of observational studies, database analyses, and clinical trials while leading a team of statisticians...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Credit Key is seeking a Data Scientist Manager to lead credit and fraud risk management while providing analytics support for Product and Marketing teams. This hands-on role involves leveraging unique...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $257K *

The Senior Data Scientist in Ad Sales at Cash App will analyze large datasets to derive actionable insights that enhance customer experiences and drive advertising growth across the Cash App, Square...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$201K - $268K *

The Manager - Data Science will lead a world-class Data Science team at Atlassian, collaborating with cross-functional partners to drive insights and influence product strategies. This role involves a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $335K *

The Staff Data Scientist will focus on enhancing Pinterest's Shopping experience by developing methods and models to explain content promotion through recommendation systems. This role involves collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $205K *

The Principal Technical Program Manager will lead the development and maintenance of Prescryptive's enterprise data warehouse and machine learning capabilities. This role involves building a robust da...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

The Data Scientist at TeamHealth is responsible for conducting clinical and operational analysis, reporting, and data visualization to support healthcare delivery and operations. This role involves us...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Data Scientist will develop advanced Machine Learning solutions for cybersecurity challenges, including threat detection and malware analysis. This role involves end-to-end ML product devel...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Data Scientist will develop advanced Machine Learning solutions for cybersecurity challenges, including threat detection and malware analysis. This role involves full-lifecycle ML product d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Data Scientist will develop advanced Machine Learning solutions for cybersecurity challenges, including threat detection and malware analysis. This role involves full-lifecycle ML product d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $137K *

The Senior Data Scientist at Labcorp will be responsible for producing innovative solutions through exploratory data analysis of complex datasets. This role involves applying statistical knowledge and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Data Scientist will develop advanced Machine Learning solutions to address cybersecurity challenges such as threat detection and malware analysis. This role involves full-lifecycle ML produ...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$101K - $188K *

The Data Scientist will manage, analyze, and interpret in-house and customer data, focusing on text mining, predictive systems, and algorithm development. This role involves collaborating with analyst...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

HCEsquared is seeking a dynamic and analytical Data Scientist to leverage data for business growth and impactful decisions. The role involves transforming data into actionable insights, developing pre...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Data Scientist will be responsible for developing and deploying machine learning models to support operational and clinical use cases at Monogram. This role involves collaborating with s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

The Director of Data Science and Analytics at Headway will lead the development of a world-class Analytics team to drive insights and data-driven decision-making across the company. This role involves...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

The Data Scientist will leverage advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to derive insights from data and develop state-of-the-art Large Language Models for real-world applications. This ro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are required for Chief Data Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Typically, employers look for individuals with an advanced degree in data science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field, in combination with several years of experience in data science roles. Skills in machine learning, AI, data visualization, and strategic decision-making are also important.

  • which industries hire Chief Data Scientists?question toggle

    A wide range of industries hire Chief Data Scientists, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and more.

  • What is the typical salary for a Chief Data Scientist?question toggle

    The salary for a Chief Data Scientist can greatly vary depending on the industry, company size, and location. However, on Ladders, all CDS positions listed come with an annual salary of $100,000 or more.

  • How can I apply for Chief Data Scientist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    To apply for CDS jobs on Ladders, simply create a profile, upload your resume, browse for CDS job listings, and apply directly on the website.