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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior AI PM for Data and Governance
$170K - $200K *
Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Architect - Data Processing Systems, Analytics and Data Intelligence
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Design Quality Engineer
$142K - $161K *
Join us to ensure the highest quality standards for our FDA-cleared AI clinical platform. Collaborate across teams to drive software design quality, manage regulatory compliance, and enhance post-mark...
3 weeks ago
Dir, AI/ML Engineering - Remote
$176K - $302K *
Lead the strategy and architecture for AI-ready data platforms, ensuring enterprise data supports generative AI workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and deliver sc...
4 days ago
$100K - $185K *
Reimagine legal workflows as an AI Solutions Architect, driving AI adoption in law firms. Collaborate with teams to design and implement innovative solutions, enhancing efficiency and client advocacy...
1 week ago
Senior Data Engineer/ Databricks, PySpark, Python
$125K - $150K *
Make your mark at a leading automotive project focusing on scalable data solutions, ensuring performance and reliability in a complex Azure Databricks environment, while optimizing costs and driving i...
3 weeks ago
Principal Product Manager, Data Solutions & Ecosystem
$135K - $160K *
Transform the Data Solutions landscape by leading product strategy, driving API integrations, and enhancing partner capabilities to maximize G2 data's market impact and customer value through innovati...
3 weeks ago
$119K - $179K *
Support the integration and harmonization of clinical data by designing FHIR-compliant models and pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and usability for patient care and research initiatives across the o...
2 weeks ago
Senior Digital Program Manager
$92K - $136K *
Help us drive customer success by owning and optimizing digital engagement programs. You'll lead strategy, build automated journeys, and analyze performance to enhance customer experiences and ensure...
1 week ago
MLOps Engineer // REMOTE / Work-Life Balance
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation, bridging development and operations. Join a dynamic team to deploy machine learning solutions and enhance cloud infrastructure, driving impactful...
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Lead Consultant, AI & Analytics
$120K - $145K *
Drive the future of AI & Analytics by leading client relationships, providing strategic guidance, and delivering innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance service delivery and ensure al...
4 days ago
Director, Data Engineering & Analytics
$178K - $294K *
Join a team that's redefining data engineering and analytics. Lead strategy, architecture, and execution of scalable data solutions while mentoring professionals and driving business outcomes through...
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Lead Director - Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Engineering
$144K - $288K *
Transform your career by leading enterprise-scale AI/ML initiatives that enhance data engineering capabilities and operational excellence. Drive innovation, security, and compliance for impactful AI s...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Health Systems Specialist - Data & Analytics
$110K - $130K *
Advance analytics and informatics solutions by integrating VA databases, developing dashboards, and collaborating in Agile teams to enhance healthcare delivery for Veterans, ensuring effective data ma...
3 weeks ago
Senior Forward Deployed Data Engineer, Data Modernizaton
$180K - $230K *
Transform healthcare data ecosystems as a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer, leading platform-specific builds to modernize legacy systems into AI-ready lakehouses while collaborating with client data t...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Enterprise Data Engineer
$138K - $143K *
Empower the organization by designing and maintaining robust enterprise data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring data quality and integration through advanced modeling and pip...
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$90K - $110K *
Analyze healthcare data to enhance clinical insights and improve medication use. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop analytics tools and real-world evidence studies, driving better heal...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate analytics capabilities by designing and implementing robust ETL processes, data solutions, and dashboards. Lead projects, mentor developers, and drive data-driven decision-making across teams...
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Fabric Data Engineer – Data Security & DevOps Focus
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure, scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security and operational excellence throughout th...
4 days ago
Sr. Engineer, AI Cyber Security
$140K - $187K *
Innovate the future of AI security by designing and implementing robust defenses against adversarial threats, ensuring the integrity of AI systems while fostering innovation and collaboration across c...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving transformative AI projects by leveraging advanced Generative AI within Google Cloud. Lead pre-sales efforts and oversee complex deployments while partnering with clients to...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join us to lead innovative AI projects, driving enterprise-scale solutions centered on Generative AI and the Google Cloud ecosystem. Your expertise will shape complex deployments and foster client par...
3 weeks ago
Research Economist - U.S. Health Policy
$114K - $140K *
Engineer innovative health care delivery policies through quantitative analysis, leading projects that influence Medicare and Medicaid systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and...
1 week ago
$96K - $148K *
Lead the charge in designing and building secure integrations for enterprise ITSM platforms. Analyze data flows, enhance system connections, and ensure compliance while delivering resilient solutions...
3 weeks ago
Senior Life Sciences Analyst, AI Model Training
$110K - $130K *
Empower life sciences innovation by evaluating AI model outputs, ensuring quality and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance predictive analytics and insights, bridging clinical...
2 weeks ago
What does a Data or Applied Scientist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.