Explore Data & Applied Scientist Jobs

Data and applied scientists turn complex data into practical insights, predictive models, and products that help organizations make better decisions. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders for experienced professionals seeking roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Data and Applied Scientists Do

These professionals use statistics, machine learning, experimentation, and programming to investigate real-world problems. Depending on the role, they may build predictive systems, design and evaluate experiments, develop data-driven products, or translate analytical findings into recommendations for business and technical teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with Python or R, SQL, statistical modeling, machine learning, data visualization, and cloud or big-data platforms. Strong communication and the ability to connect technical work to measurable outcomes are also valuable. Requirements vary by employer, industry, and seniority.

Where These Roles Work

Data and applied scientists contribute across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and other data-intensive industries. Teams may focus on areas such as personalization, forecasting, risk, operations, product analytics, or scientific research.

Find Your Next Data Science Role

Browse Data & Applied Scientist openings on Ladders and compare opportunities by specialization, responsibilities, and experience level. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you explore roles aligned with your skills and career goals.

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$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining scientific data management in drug discovery. Lead the scientific data team, bridging scientists and engineers to ensure data integrity, quality, and innovative solutions...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $389K *

Champion the development of scalable content understanding systems, leading a team of engineers and applied scientists to enhance Pinterest's relevance and personalization across key products like Dis...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$185K - $344K *

Lead a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge machine learning infrastructure, driving AI initiatives that impact millions. Foster collaboration and continuous improvement while mentoring talent in a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$79K - $158K *

Analyze clinical data to develop AI solutions that drive evidence-based insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare outcomes and ensure ethical standards in model develop...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Life Sciences by managing key client relationships and delivering innovative solutions. You'll oversee the entire sales process, collaborating with experts to achi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize analytics strategies by leading a team to deliver insights, drive testing initiatives, and enhance client engagement through effective measurement frameworks and mentorship, ensuring impactfu...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$132K - $165K *

Drive innovation in oncology diagnostics by leading statistical programming efforts, ensuring data integrity and compliance for clinical trials, while managing a team and collaborating cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform the interaction of mobile robots with their environments by developing cutting-edge learning-based manipulation systems that enhance reliability and safety in dynamic settings, impacting rea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $258K *

Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge GenAI solutions, leading the development of LLM capabilities and ML pipelines to enhance insurance workflows and deliver impactful outcomes for cust...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of LLM-powered applications and agentic systems. Drive complex use cases from ambiguous problems to production, ensuring high-quality and scalable AI solutions that address us...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable data solutions, orchestrating pipelines, and supporting advanced analytics in cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust data a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $283K *

Transform mobile gaming with on-device AI! Lead AI model optimization and performance tuning for real-time, high-quality game experiences across devices...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Support clinical studies by assisting teams with tasks like medical monitoring and protocol management. Collaborate across functions and engage with stakeholders to ensure successful trial outcomes wh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in machine learning to enhance platform capabilities. Develop and deploy advanced models while collaborating with cross-functional teams and shaping data-driven s...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $220K *

Transform data into strategic insights as a Senior Manager, leading advanced analytics initiatives. Oversee model development and deployment, mentor teams, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhanc...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by building and deploying ML and GenAI components for asset onboarding and diagnostics, enhancing automation and intelligent solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform healthcare data by designing and implementing scalable knowledge graph solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust technical implementations and optimize graph querie...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and analytics using advanced SQL and AI tools, ens...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$206K - $269K *

Innovate and solve complex challenges by leveraging machine learning and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic envir...

Seattle, WARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Design and optimize evaluation systems for AI agents, enhancing performance and quality through innovative metrics and benchmarks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure agents meet user ne...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $269K *

Transform the future of machine learning solutions, driving revenue and user engagement. Lead cross-functional teams to develop and deploy advanced forecasting algorithms, enhancing business decision...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...

Johnson City, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by transforming workflows and enhancing team capabilities through AI. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions that streamline operations and drive sustained a...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

$125K - $150K *

Engineer transformative Sigma analytics solutions, leading complex projects that unlock business insights for clients. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to build actionable data-driven products, e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data or Applied Scientist do?question toggle

    A Data or Applied Scientist applies methods such as statistical analysis, machine learning, and experimentation to solve practical problems, generate insights, and support data-driven products or decisions.

  • What skills are commonly required for Data & Applied Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Python or R, SQL, statistics, machine learning, data visualization, and experience working with large datasets. Employers may also value communication, experimentation, and domain knowledge.

  • How is an applied scientist different from a data scientist?question toggle

    The titles overlap and vary by employer. Applied scientists often emphasize developing and deploying methods or models to address specific product or operational problems, while data scientists may cover a broader mix of analysis, experimentation, modeling, and business insights.

  • What industries hire Data and Applied Scientists?question toggle

    Technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries hire these professionals to support areas such as forecasting, personalization, risk analysis, research, and product development.

  • How can I find Data & Applied Scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Ladders for vetted professional Data & Applied Scientist opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation details.