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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$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading AI innovation in cyber operations. As a Senior AI/ML Engineer, you'll design and integrate cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance mission capabilities for national sec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $280K *

Drive innovation by tackling complex ML challenges to enhance enterprise workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop proactive AI solutions that boost productivity and improve user e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $234K *

Shape the future of advanced analytics and AI, driving data-driven solutions across commercial, medical, and clinical operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights, enhance decision-m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $156K *

Transform data insights into impactful solutions while leading cross-functional teams. Own product lifecycle from discovery to delivery, driving adoption of scalable data products aligned with strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Join our team to develop and manage analytical pipelines for advanced autonomous systems. This role emphasizes transforming complex data into actionable insights for performance evaluation, safety ass...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$172K - $237K *

Lead the charge in driving data science initiatives, transforming complex datasets into strategic insights and scalable solutions that impact multiple business areas while fostering cross-functional c...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $188K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data to drive product decisions and enhance user engagement. Collaborate across teams to design experiments, develop predictive models, and influence product strategies...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to transform complex healthcare challenges into innovative ML and AI solutions, enhancing care access and efficiency. Collaborate across research, product, and clinical domains to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$262K - $364K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI through innovative data science solutions. Utilize your expertise to tackle complex problems, collaborate cross-functionally, and influence product strategies that shap...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by owning analytics for a key product area. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and deliver actionable insights that drive growth a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $265K *

Empower innovation by leading data science initiatives across diverse products. Define analytics strategies, build reusable frameworks, and leverage AI to enhance insights, driving impactful decisions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $179K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by leading client engagements, driving technology delivery, and guiding teams through complex data science projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Shape the future of AI and Data by leading client engagements, driving technology solutions, and managing teams through complex projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative data produ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Empower your career as you lead technology-driven client engagements, delivering innovative AI and data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage teams, and drive project success in a dynamic e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Empower your career as you drive innovative AI and data solutions, leading client engagements and technical teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful projects, ensuring quality and tim...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by leading data science projects, engaging clients, and delivering high-quality results. Drive technology-focused client delivery while managing teams and ensuring eff...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Transform client engagements by leading AI and Data initiatives, ensuring effective delivery through solution design, prototyping, and team leadership while maintaining clear communication and managin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative AI and data solutions, engaging with clients to drive technology-focused projects. Oversee teams in solution design, testing, and production rollout while ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Drive your career forward as you lead technology-focused client engagements, delivering innovative AI and data solutions while collaborating with stakeholders and managing project teams to ensure succ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Empower innovation by leading AI and Data projects, engaging with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Drive technical direction, manage teams, and ensure successful project execution in a dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and data science, leading client engagements and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to design, prototype, and implement advanced data pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Transform client engagements by leading AI and Data initiatives, driving technology solutions, and ensuring successful delivery through effective team collaboration and stakeholder communication...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Unlock your potential as you drive innovative AI and data solutions, leading teams in complex client engagements. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful results through cutting-edge techno...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of data by leveraging advanced analytical skills to drive insights and strategic decisions. Collaborate with teams to extract, analyze, and interpret complex datasets, ensuring im...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $209K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven initiatives to optimize infrastructure processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable models and solutions, ensuring high-quality data s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.