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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$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the strategy and roadmap for Sales and Marketing platforms, focusing on Salesforce and marketing automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $185K *

Transform complex workflows by leading AI-driven change initiatives, guiding senior leaders through redesign and adoption processes, and ensuring measurable outcomes in legal, tax, and trade sectors...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$194K - $272K *

Elevate AI solutions by leading engineering efforts that transform business workflows. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, prototype solutions, and implement scalable AI applications tha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$185K - $220K *

Unlock your potential as a Staff Full-Stack Product Engineer, driving impactful software solutions and collaborating with partners to enhance enterprise deployments. Join us in shaping the future of A...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the fraud and identity landscape by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance detection, prevention, and response mechanisms, ensuring a seam...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Product Manager to shape AI-driven agents. Own product experiences, collaborate closely with engineers and users, and drive the roadmap to enhance back-office efficiency and u...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $284K *

Lead the charge in innovating enterprise data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to design scalable privacy solutions, ensuring compliance and protecting sensitive information while drivi...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a senior engineer managing Active Directory services, ensuring security, availability, and recovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support identity modernization...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize deal structuring and commercial solutions, partnering with sales to drive strategic opportunities. Manage proposals, objection handling, and internal approvals while enhancing collaboration a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage with cutting-edge quantum technologies, bridging customer needs and innovative solutions. Collaborate with R&D to enhance product delivery while guiding clients through their quantum computing...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform early phase clinical trials by leading design, execution, and oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and data integrity while managing project performance an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining finance analytics by leading strategic forecasting and performance management. Drive impactful financial insights and methodologies while collaborating with leadership to...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead and evolve omnichannel strategy across diverse clients and brands, driving integrated customer experiences that align with business objectives while enhancing strategic capabilities in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $245K *

Lead a dynamic team of data scientists to optimize client acquisition and retention through innovative algorithms and data-driven strategies, fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving impac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$170K - $190K *

Take ownership of a data pod to drive analytics excellence, leading a team of analysts in transforming complex data into actionable insights that influence strategic decisions and enhance digital subs...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$157K - $298K *

Transform digital experiences as a Full Stack AI/ML Developer, collaborating across teams to design and implement innovative solutions that leverage AI/ML capabilities, ensuring impactful user experie...

Connecticut, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $206K *

Build innovative backend systems to enhance batch development and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, improve reliability, and support operational excellence in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $180K *

Take ownership of the enterprise AI platform strategy, driving innovation and governance on AWS. Collaborate across teams to design scalable AI solutions, assess capabilities, and develop roadmaps tha...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Advance security research at a high bar, validating vulnerabilities and creating reliable fixes while shaping rigorous engineering standards for critical AI Safety & Security initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $125K *

Analyze health care data to drive insights and support business decisions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance product quality and trends. Utilize strong analytical skills in a fast-paced envir...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K *

Innovate your career as a Principal Data Engineer, designing cutting-edge data infrastructure and lakehouse solutions. Leverage modern AI tools to enhance performance and quality while collaborating w...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by guiding scientific innovation for research leaders, leveraging Cradle's cutting-edge platform. Partner with sales to enhance customer strategies while shaping product evolutio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Champion AI-driven process automation by collaborating across teams to enhance workflows, build tools, and support consulting engagements as the Professional Services practice evolves to serve externa...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$154K *

Innovate the future of security by leveraging AI to enhance vulnerability discovery and automate workflows. Collaborate across teams to redefine offensive security practices and protect products and c...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $196K *

Transform genomic insights into clinical applications by designing automated solutions and integrating AI/ML approaches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance variant curation and ensure...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.