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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$85K - $100K *

Lead the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns, fostering client relationships and mentoring team members to achieve strategic goals and enhance performance in a collaborative environme...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Elevate client engagement by owning end-to-end product management, transforming ambiguous challenges into actionable roadmaps, and leading innovative AI-driven solutions across diverse projects and te...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $181K *

Transform user experiences by developing and enhancing frontend applications using JavaScript, React, and TypeScript. Collaborate in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality software solutions whi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower clients by managing AI and Agentforce implementation projects, ensuring strategic planning and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions while fostering strong c...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative AI and Agentforce solutions, managing implementation projects with a focus on customer success. Collaborate with teams to ensure strategic planning and executi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $249K *

Shape the future of AI in healthcare by defining and executing a strategic roadmap that integrates intelligent solutions into clinical workflows, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating wit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $148K *

Lead the development and deployment of modular data center solutions. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to manage complex projects from design through manufacturing, ensuring high...

New Hampshire, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Elevate project delivery by managing integrated schedules for data center builds, ensuring timely execution across teams and partners. Drive risk management and governance while building scalable proc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance deployment efficiency and drive...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to innovative AI solutions by leading a delivery squad, driving architecture, and mentoring engineers. Embrace AI-assisted coding practices to enhance delivery quality and efficiency while...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving integrated demand generation campaigns across multiple channels. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch products, optimize pipeline strategies, and enhance...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze operational data to drive insights and enhance decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop reports and dashboards using SQL, Tableau, and Power BI, focusing on key perf...

Lakeland, FLRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Explore the future of regulatory compliance by managing licensing applications from strategy to approval. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely execution while leveraging AI to streamline processe...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$208K - $327K *

Lead the charge in enhancing AI infrastructure resilience by managing GPU cluster operations, collaborating with engineering teams, and driving product priorities to optimize performance and reliabili...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$260K - $312K *

Elevate your career by leading Corporate FP&A initiatives in a high-growth environment. Drive strategic financial planning, forecasting, and reporting while building a robust financial infrastructure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative AI development teams, designing cutting-edge solutions, and orchestrating advanced agent workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-scale data and AI solutions, modernizing actuarial processes, and driving cloud-native transformations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $272K *

Shape the future of technical training and enablement, driving market awareness and engagement. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful educational content while representing innovative technolo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K *

Champion a hands-on team of engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Guide technical design, develop talent, and manage client relationships while ensuring effective engagement delivery a...

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3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of an autonomous AI platform through full-stack engineering, enhancing multi-agent systems and ensuring robust quality and safety standards across production deployments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $178K *

Advance R&D financial strategies by leading planning, reporting, and analysis. Collaborate across teams to evaluate investments and enhance financial processes, ensuring informed decision-making and o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.