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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$165K - $174K *

Drive innovation in ad formats by managing cross-functional teams and partnerships. Shape user experiences that engage new advertisers and enhance revenue streams, while executing strategic initiative...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $300K *

Drive the technical strategy and execution for digital products, collaborating with leaders to align capabilities with business goals. Lead teams to enhance operational excellence and foster innovatio...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$114K - $129K *

Empower growth by crafting integrated marketing strategies that engage customers and drive demand. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business priorities into actionable campaigns an...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driven to build a powerful growth engine through hands-on management of acquisition campaigns and lifecycle marketing, integrating data analysis, creative collaboration, and automat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $176K *

Shape the future of sales excellence by owning end-to-end seller experiences. You’ll optimize workflows, create impactful solutions, and directly influence our revenue systems through innovative produ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $97K *

Elevate customer satisfaction by coordinating seamless instrument installations. Manage logistics, collaborate with teams, and ensure timely revenue recognition while providing exceptional service thr...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving digital transformation in Life Sciences. Engage with CxOs and R&D teams to deliver innovative SaaS solutions, navigate complex sales cycles, and build lasting partnerships...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $140K *

Unlock potential by bridging finance and IT as you optimize Oracle Fusion Cloud. Drive process improvements, manage updates, and enhance data flows while ensuring seamless operations and stakeholder e...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $145K *

Drive product strategy and modernization for merchant onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management capabilities and ensure market-leading standards in a d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks, develop automation, and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $292K *

Help us shape the future of autonomous systems by designing and deploying advanced motion planning algorithms for dynamic environments, ensuring safe and efficient navigation in real-time scenarios wh...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Shape your career by optimizing Workday solutions across Benefits, Compensation, and Reporting. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance system functionality, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous im...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Champion a pioneering research program that drives clarity in AI policy communications through rigorous qualitative and quantitative studies, fostering impactful recommendations across diverse teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the transformation of innovative technologies into market-ready products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs, prototype solutions, and drive commercialization fr...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $175K *

Lead the creative program management efforts, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality projects across various marketing initiatives. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration within a dynam...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $255K *

Elevate your career by defining and enforcing workload safety standards for a growing EKS fleet. Collaborate across teams to enhance availability and performance while mentoring engineers and driving...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $213K *

Advance your career by defining and enforcing workload safety standards for a growing EKS fleet. Collaborate across teams to enhance Kubernetes operations, ensuring compliance and optimizing performan...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic government programs, managing P&L, and driving operational excellence. Oversee contract delivery, mentor staff, and foster client relationships to ensure growth a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive excellence by leading model audits and mentoring a dynamic team. Collaborate on complex financial models, ensuring accuracy and strategic growth, while enhancing methodologies to deliver top-not...

CanadaRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Reimagine your career as a Principal Product Manager, leading the integration of innovative financial data products. Collaborate across teams to enhance user workflows and drive impactful solutions in...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in owning and optimizing the financial operations and forecasting that drive success across the organization, breaking new ground through cross-functional partnerships and innovative F...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Drive impactful public health initiatives by leveraging data management and analytic expertise. Collaborate with scientists to enhance research quality and support CDC missions through effective data...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading AWS cloud engineering and DevOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable digital services while enhancing platform capabilities and o...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of software development by designing and implementing scalable applications while integrating advanced AI solutions and enhancing system architectures to meet enterprise needs and ens...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $207K *

Lead strategic statistical initiatives for clinical development programs, ensuring rigorous study design and data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities to drive...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   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.