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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$120K - $145K *

Engage in technical leadership and project management to develop industry standards and reports. Collaborate with working groups to drive best practices and support continuous improvement initiatives...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $270K *

Drive innovation by building robust AI platform services that empower product teams to efficiently develop, release, and manage agentic AI systems, ensuring high quality and operational readiness acro...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$68K - $113K *

Unlock new discoveries by performing molecular biology experiments, DNA sequencing, and data analysis in a collaborative lab environment. Contribute to innovative research that enhances our understand...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead advanced SAS programming efforts to support Phase I-IV clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and compliance with CDISC standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qualit...

Cambridge, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform remote sensing capabilities by architecting advanced exploitation pipelines, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and developing innovative tools that enhance space observation analytics and mi...

Fairborn, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development and optimization of GTM strategies, leveraging automation and campaign execution across multiple platforms to enhance pipeline generation and account prioritization in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $240K *

Join us to define and own the product strategy for Wallets, shaping the future of stablecoin and payment solutions. Collaborate across teams to drive customer adoption and business impact through inno...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $191K *

Help us build innovative geospatial data products from cutting-edge infrared imaging missions. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to transform raw data into actionable insights, driving impactf...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $189K *

Lead, shape, and execute advanced penetration testing assessments, overseeing scoping, planning, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity measures across various platforms, ensur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by joining a cross-functional team to design and implement scalable AI workflows on a multi-cloud data platform, ensuring secure data governance and integration for enterprise applica...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$137K - $158K *

Champion innovative content that captivates audiences through experimentation with video and generative AI. Drive creative projects that engage and inspire, transforming ideas into shareable experienc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $180K *

Drive impactful GTM systems strategy by optimizing processes and technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engineering workflows, ensuring alignment and continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI governance, ensuring safe and compliant AI deployment. Collaborate across departments to manage projects, develop training, and maintain essential documentat...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Research Scientist, driving AI innovations in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cutting-edge machine learning models that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance clinical IT solutions as an Epic Analyst II, providing critical support, training, and implementation for Epic EHR systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $322K *

Elevate your career by leading critical AI inference programs, driving execution across software and hardware teams. Own the full program lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery while fostering collaborat...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $225K *

Lead the charge in transforming AI strategies into impactful solutions for revenue teams, collaborating closely with GTM leaders to drive innovation and measurable outcomes while enhancing engineering...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Transform the landscape of CUDA Math Libraries by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on platform expansion and performance, ensuring high-quality support across specialized computing environme...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform architecture strategy in a leading healthcare organization, driving innovation and collaboration across IT infrastructure while ensuring alignment with business and regulatory standards...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in embedding AI solutions across clinical, product, and operations teams, ensuring validated and governed features are shipped. Own initiatives end-to-end, enhance AI fluency, and buil...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the strategy and execution of third-party data integrations, enhancing Bridg's identity resolution across the marketing ecosystem. Collaborate with partners and internal teams to deliver impactf...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$266K - $372K *

Optimize user personalization strategies by leading advanced ML user modeling initiatives. Shape cohesive user representation frameworks for improved engagement across Reddit's platforms, leveraging c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$79K - $114K *

Engineer robust full stack enterprise applications in a dynamic AWS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-quality solutions while troubleshooting c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $125K *

Transform data analytics initiatives by leading multiple projects, engaging stakeholders, and driving solutions from inception to delivery. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure alignment with mi...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights by analyzing customer and operational data to enhance business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop dashboards and reports that drive strategic decisions and im...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.