Explore Computer Scientist Jobs

Discover computer scientist jobs for experienced professionals on Ladders. Browse vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more across technology companies, research organizations, financial services, healthcare, and government contractors. Roles may focus on software systems, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, or theoretical and applied computing.

What Computer Scientists Do

Computer scientists develop and evaluate computing technologies, algorithms, and software systems. Depending on the role, they may conduct research, design new methods for processing data, build scalable applications, or apply computational techniques to complex business and scientific challenges. Collaboration with engineers, product teams, researchers, and business stakeholders is common.

Common Skills and Specialties

Employers often seek strong programming and analytical skills, along with experience in areas such as algorithms, data structures, distributed systems, cloud computing, machine learning, or information security. Requirements vary by specialty. Research-focused positions may favor advanced degrees and publication experience, while industry roles may emphasize shipping reliable products and solving practical technical problems.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Computer scientists work in software and technology, academia, government, defense, finance, healthcare, and other data-intensive sectors. Career paths can lead to senior or principal scientist positions, research leadership, engineering management, or specialized roles in AI, security, and computational science. Many openings are team-based and may offer remote, hybrid, or on-site arrangements depending on the employer.

Find High-Paying Computer Scientist Jobs

Use Ladders to explore vetted computer scientist opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role responsibilities, qualifications, industries, and work arrangements to identify openings that align with your expertise and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Manage the end-to-end delivery of network deployment projects across multiple sites, ensuring timely execution and coordination among field teams, vendors, and engineering functions in a fast-paced en...

CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Transform innovative protein design through advanced AI techniques, enhancing antibody drug discovery. Collaborate across disciplines to maximize efficiency and impact, while leading research that set...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform data management by ensuring accuracy and quality in metadata entry and publishing. Collaborate with developers and analyze information across systems to enhance reporting efficiency and cust...

Tennessee, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $257K *

Advance internal AI platforms, enabling efficient engineering workflows for scalable AI agents. Collaborate with teams to build and enhance tools that increase productivity and reduce toil across the...

Boulder, CORemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $238K *

Transform high-volume DNS resolver systems as a key engineer, driving exceptional performance in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with teams to develop services on AWS and OpenStack, ensurin...

Boxborough, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by safeguarding digital assets through comprehensive security assessments, including penetration tests and vulnerability evaluations. Enhance cybersecurity awareness and strategies to...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $210K *

Empower your career with a role focused on developing large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud technologies and deliver critical services for diverse...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $175K *

Transform IT operations by establishing automated, self-service systems while ensuring ISO compliance. As a crucial partner across functions, you'll enhance security protocols, streamline workflows, a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at a mission-critical team, leading Data Streaming to enhance data ingestion pipelines. Build a skilled team, ensure pipeline reliability, and collaborate cross-functionally to sup...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to attract top technical talent in Research and Data Science, ensuring a positive candidate experience while driving organizational growth and high hi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $185K *

Transform the Cyber operations landscape by leading business development, shaping solutions, and executing contracts. Build trusted relationships, manage a diverse portfolio, and drive customer satisf...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $182K *

Lead the development of threat intelligence solutions, transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate with engineers and experts to define product vision and roadmap for innovative cybersecur...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines using Azure, PySpark, and Airflow. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and performance while mentoring engineers and drivi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive new business in the Cyber domain by building relationships, shaping solutions, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving responsibilities and ensuring cu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate your career by leading SaaS modernization projects, enhancing delivery efficiency through AI and automation. Drive customer success by transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Transform data processing architectures by optimizing performance and efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in hardware-software co-design for cut...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing IT operations and security across multiple business units. Oversee service management, endpoint security, and compliance, ensuring seamless integration and support for a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our innovative Research team to develop scalable models for speech technologies. Collaborate with experts to prototype ideas and optimize systems for efficient data management and ML workflows, a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $181K *

Champion the integration of AI in court services by leading architecture and strategy initiatives, fostering innovation, and delivering measurable solutions for enhanced judicial operations. Drive sta...

Trenton, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Drive the configuration and enhancement of Workday Absence, Time Tracking, and Benefits systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and support for global employee...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive security excellence by managing identity access, external testing, and compliance processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance AWS security and develop scalable policies, ensuring robust protect...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement cloud-native data solutions, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data accessibility and support advan...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a full stack engineer, collaborating in an agile team to develop innovative applications and features, while leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance product offerin...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize clinical operations, ensuring compliance and performance excellence. Lead and develop Clinical Research Associates while managing resources and enhancing training initi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $202K *

Innovate within identity and access management by providing expert insights and strategies to clients on best practices in identity governance, privileged access, and AI tools, enhancing cybersecurity...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a computer scientist do?question toggle

    A computer scientist studies and applies computing principles to create algorithms, software, and systems. Responsibilities can include research, software development, data analysis, and solving technical problems in areas such as AI, cybersecurity, or distributed computing.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for computer scientist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role. Employers commonly look for a degree in computer science or a related field, programming experience, and knowledge of algorithms and data structures. Research positions may require a master's or doctoral degree, while some industry roles prioritize relevant professional experience.

  • Which industries hire computer scientists?question toggle

    Computer scientists work in technology, finance, healthcare, academia, government, defense, and other industries that rely on software, data, and advanced computing.

  • What skills help computer scientists advance their careers?question toggle

    Expertise in programming, algorithm design, systems architecture, and analytical problem-solving can be valuable. Specialization in fields such as machine learning, cloud computing, cybersecurity, or data science may also open up career opportunities.

  • Can I find computer scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including computer scientist roles. Pay and eligibility vary by employer, location, and experience.