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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$150K - $180K *

Transform document verification solutions by leading ML projects, guiding data scientists, and ensuring high-quality model performance throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

California City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative document verification solutions by leading a team of data scientists. Oversee the entire ML lifecycle, ensuring quality and performance while collaborating with engineering and prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $242K *

Optimize machine learning systems for personalized experiences, driving innovation from research to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable models and ensure high-quali...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$112K - $179K *

Optimize mission-critical intelligence by transforming complex data into insights. Collaborate in a classified environment, leveraging advanced analytics and modern technologies to support operational...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K *

Unlock insights as a Senior Data Scientist, driving fleet analytics and ML systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform data into impactful decisions, enhancing performance and innova...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate across teams to translate cutting-edge research into impactful products, driving AI solutions from concept to dep...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate across teams to translate cutting-edge research into impactful products, driving business outcomes through genera...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the development of innovative AI applications, leading cross-functional teams to translate advanced research into impactful products. Drive technical direction and optimize AI solutions for en...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of innovative AI applications, driving technical direction and collaboration across teams to transform cutting-edge research into impactful products that enhance customer expe...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of innovative AI applications, leading cross-functional teams to translate advanced research into impactful products. Drive the technical direction and ensure the successful d...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$216K - $254K *

Lead the integration of advanced data science techniques into product engineering, driving analytical design and rigor in insights delivery. Own statistical validation, causal inference methods, and c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive fleet performance and deliver impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$108K - $227K *

Join a team dedicated to pioneering AI solutions as you lead applied research initiatives and translate advanced concepts into impactful outcomes for national security. Shape technical strategies and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $141K *

Contribute to impactful data science initiatives by analyzing complex datasets, developing algorithms, and mentoring teams to solve global challenges across various sectors. Join us in leveraging data...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$193K - $227K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing scalable analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric tools and frameworks that empower decision-making and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $227K *

Elevate our analytics capabilities by developing scalable data solutions and user-centric tools that empower teams to derive insights and make informed decisions, driving impactful outcomes across Pro...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $227K *

Unlock the potential of data by developing scalable analytics solutions that empower teams to derive insights and make informed decisions, driving impactful outcomes across Product and Engineering dom...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in architecting intelligent compliance systems by designing multi-agent frameworks and optimizing AI/ML pipelines. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance accuracy and ens...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $335K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role that leverages data science to drive E-Commerce strategies, optimize product performance, and enhance decision-making through advanced analytics and machine learni...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive advanced GEOINT exploitation capabilities by leading multi-sensor workflows, developing analytic methods, and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with government partners to enhance intelligence...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and deploy machine learning models, enhance BI reporting, and drive pricing strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize data systems and support key bus...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $140K *

Lead the design and optimization of cloud-based data pipelines, enhancing infrastructure for large-scale datasets while providing technical leadership and ensuring operational readiness in a collabora...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $200K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced analytics and experimentation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth through innovative machine learn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and experimentation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy machine learning solutions, driving data-driven decision-ma...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $252K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leveraging deep analytics expertise to guide product, marketing, and finance leaders. Drive strategic insights and build innovative tools that enhance business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.