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.
Portfolio Delivery Director - AI Native Engineering & Hyperfactory Transformation
$160K - $200K *
Lead a strategic portfolio within a large-scale transformation, ensuring delivery excellence across multiple programs and managed services while driving innovation through AI-native practices and oper...
3 weeks ago
$170K - $240K *
Lead the design and development of scalable data solutions, integrating healthcare data and optimizing performance within an Azure Databricks environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...
5 days ago
Associate Director - Digital Media Insights
$120K - $145K *
Drive impactful digital media strategies by leading insights and innovation. Collaborate with clients to optimize media investments, manage a talented team, and present actionable insights that enhanc...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Empower our privacy program by automating processes, managing data subject requests, and ensuring compliance with GDPR and CCPA. You'll leverage technical skills to build scalable tools and systems, d...
2 weeks ago
Senior Backend Engineer, Growth & MSSP
$170K - $235K *
Drive the design and implementation of backend services to enhance customer experiences across NodeZero’s licensing, provisioning, and admin systems. Lead efforts to ensure accuracy, scalability, and...
3 weeks ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$220K - $270K *
Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of machine learning in autonomous vehicles. Enhance driving capabilities, lead innovative teams, and drive commercial-scale solutions with cutting-edge techno...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Technical Architect - ML - GenAI
$150K - $180K *
Architect scalable Generative AI solutions using AWS tools, focusing on LLMs, RAG, and agent-based workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure performance and cost efficiency while guiding implementat...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Manager, Commercial Advanced Analytics
$148K - $222K *
Pioneer advanced analytics strategies to optimize omnichannel investments, translating global performance data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable com...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer (Big Data)
$135K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to architect and enhance scalable data pipelines, delivering actionable security insights. Collaborate across disciplines to support large data volumes and refine algorithms, makin...
3 weeks ago
Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer - US
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative AI platform architecture and drive enterprise-level integration of machine learning, ensuring security, accuracy, and reliability across systems while mentoring teams to elevate te...
Reposted today
Principal Technologist - AI Compute
$160K - $200K *
Elevate your career as a Principal Technologist, leading AI compute infrastructure solutions in pre-sales. Collaborate with top-tier clients, drive innovative designs, and influence strategic engageme...
2 days ago
$80K - $155K *
Shape data-driven strategies as you lead a team in advanced analytics, collaborating with leadership to tackle complex business challenges and deliver actionable insights that drive measurable results...
2 weeks ago
$96K - $186K *
Lead a team to deliver data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions. Collaborate with leadership to develop advanced analytical models, manage projects, and mentor team members, driving innova...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving data-driven insights to enhance strategic business objectives. Lead advanced analytics initiatives, mentor talent, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion Marketplace Payments growth by driving seller experience and program adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to launch financial products, leveraging data insights for continuous improvement...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Data Services
$130K - $160K *
Lead the development of robust blockchain data systems, enhancing performance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions that improve data quality and user experience while...
1 week ago
Senior Machine Learning Systems Engineer - Search
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of machine learning and search innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable ML systems that enhance user experiences and drive impactful...
2 weeks ago
Analytics Lead, Full Stack (Collections & Recoveries)
$145K - $205K *
Own and drive the collections and recoveries strategy for Canada, leading initiatives across the post-delinquency lifecycle while ensuring compliance with Canadian regulations and optimizing performan...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Unlock potential by delivering innovative robotic solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational success for customers. Collaborate, troubleshoot, and enhance system performance while provid...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to innovative demand generation initiatives that drive pipeline, revenue, and growth. You'll execute, optimize, and analyze campaigns while collaborating with cross-functional teams to leve...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance enterprise operations. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, secure applications that drive efficiency and inn...
1 week ago
Journeyman Management Analyst (Modeler)
$100K - $115K *
Transform stakeholder insights into actionable solutions by gathering and analyzing business requirements. Collaborate with teams to create process models and ensure compliance, delivering high-qualit...
4 days ago
$136K - $198K *
Champion analytics excellence by guiding clients and teams, leveraging deep expertise in Adobe Analytics to drive strategic decisions and enhance measurement practices in a fast-paced environment...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data solutions that enhance healthcare technology platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and drive informed dec...
Reposted 5 days ago
Manager, People Analytics & Data Science
$128K - $252K *
Drive the evolution of people analytics by building data pipelines, dashboards, and insights that empower leaders with decision-ready information. Collaborate across teams to enhance data usability an...
1 week 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.