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.
$162K - $238K *
Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...
3 weeks ago
Client Success Manager, Payer Retrieval
$108K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading customer projects, ensuring seamless communication, and driving success in healthcare solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client satisfaction and oper...
1 week ago
Senior Marketing Operations & Analytics Manager
$145K - $185K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Marketing Analytics Manager, driving marketing performance measurement and insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to build impactful reporting and attribution models...
1 week ago
Principal Applied AI Scientist
$150K - $220K *
Transform diverse big data into actionable insights by designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge AI-driven applications. Collaborate with teams to optimize models and create robust ML pipeline...
3 weeks ago
$127K - $171K *
Champion high-impact deployments by leveraging data intelligence and AI to drive governance solutions in regulated industries, serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and delivering measurable va...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
People Technology Analyst, Workday PATT & Benefits
$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...
3 weeks ago
Customer Success Physicist- San Francisco
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by bridging quantum technology and customer needs, ensuring successful implementation and continuous utilization of innovative solutions while collaborating with R&D to drive advancem...
2 days ago
Lead Cloud Solution Architect- AI & Data (AWS)
$140K - $175K *
Drive the development of innovative AI and data solutions, enhancing enterprise data platforms while ensuring scalable, quality delivery. Collaborate with teams to define technical architecture, shapi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Lead AI Research Scientist II - Digital Safety Research Institute
$144K - $198K *
Champion advanced AI research by leading safety studies in NLP, CV, and more. Drive innovation through independent testing, proposal development, and collaborative efforts. Play a vital role in public...
3 weeks ago
$145K - $160K *
Pioneer data-driven insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business strategies. Leverage advanced analytics and visualization skills to drive operational improvements and sup...
1 week ago
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst
$95K - $115K *
Drive impactful data insights by developing Power BI dashboards and reports. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable strategies, enhancing decision-making across supply...
1 week ago
$124K - $187K *
Champion innovative solutions in AWS GenAI, architecting robust data pipelines and RAG systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects, ensuring security and governanc...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Deliver impactful data insights by transforming complex datasets into actionable analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and support advanced analytics initiatives within a...
1 week ago
Senior Data Integration Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Lead the design and optimization of scalable ETL/ELT pipelines while enhancing data integration and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architectural decisions and automate workf...
3 weeks ago
Machine Learning Engineer- Remote
$110K - $166K *
Optimize our machine learning operations by developing and deploying cutting-edge models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI capabilities, ensuring scalability and performance while...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Retrieval Operations (Call Center & Workforce Operations)
$181K - $200K *
Champion transformative call center operations by leading strategic outreach, workforce management, and capacity planning. Drive efficiency and quality through innovative automation and AI solutions w...
4 days ago
Staff Product Manager - Data Products
$182K - $251K *
Join our team to lead the strategy and vision for innovative data products, enhancing our data platform and customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive exceptional insights and deliver sol...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Program Data & Systems Analyst
$80K - $120K *
Elevate operational excellence by analyzing complex data, developing insights, and delivering polished reports. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program management and streamline processes usi...
5 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by collaborating across teams to drive data integrity and safety in oncology clinical studies while developing comprehensive medical review plans and managing project deliverables...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Financial Data - Private Markets & Deals
$106K - $160K *
Join us to define and enhance our financial data offerings, focusing on Private Markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, close content gaps, and ensure seamless inte...
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Product Manager, Financial Data - Private Markets & Deals
$100K - $139K *
Join our dynamic team to define and enhance financial data offerings, focusing on Private Markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, ensuring our solutions meet client...
1 week ago
$80K - $90K *
Unlock your potential by designing prompt strategies that enhance data annotation and localization workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive AI-driven solutions, ensuring quality and...
2 weeks ago
$79K - $158K *
Unlock potential by transforming user insights into intuitive product experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance digital solutions for temperature-sensitive supply chains, ensuring user nee...
1 week ago
Senior HCM Analytics & BI Developer
$105K - $231K *
Optimize enterprise analytics solutions to provide real-time insights and reporting for federal HR stakeholders, driving strategic decision-making and compliance in a fast-paced modernization initiati...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Product Manager, Growth & E-commerce Experimentation
$161K - $190K *
Transform the digital commerce experience by owning a high-velocity experimentation roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer journeys, improve conversion rates, and establish a robust exp...
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.