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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Data Scientist - Special Projects Lead
$89K - $134K *
Drive advanced analytics and research frameworks for public program evaluation, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Lead high-impact projects, collaborating with stakeholders to en...
1 week ago
Data Analyst - Business Intelligence
$100K - $130K *
Deliver insightful data analysis to enhance financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline data processes and ensure accuracy in reporting for regulatory and...
2 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist (People Analytics & Insights)
$191K - $224K *
Transform organizational talent management by architecting predictive data solutions that drive decision-making, enhance team performance, and support retention strategies at scale. Leverage advanced...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist (People Analytics & Insights)
$217K - $255K *
Elevate your career by leading the development of predictive talent solutions that transform workforce management through advanced data science and analytics, driving exceptional team performance and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist (People Analytics & Insights)
$217K - $255K *
Transform organizational talent management through advanced analytics. Lead prediction-driven insights, integrate AI solutions, and design data frameworks to enhance employee performance and retention...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$98K - $152K *
Elevate your data science career by developing predictive models that drive automated pricing and trading. Collaborate with trading teams to translate data into actionable insights, ensuring market co...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$141K - $189K *
Join us as a Senior Data Scientist to lead impactful analytics initiatives, shape product strategy, and mentor junior team members while driving AI-powered insights and experimentation across the Sell...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist - Personalization & Relevance
$166K - $258K *
Transform the digital shopping experience by leveraging advanced data science techniques to enhance personalization, recommendations, and search relevance, driving measurable customer engagement and s...
6 days ago
Growth Data Science Analyst, Google Labs and Workspace
$163K - $236K *
Drive impactful data-driven strategies by analyzing user acquisition and activation metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build automated data pipelines and deliver insights that enhance...
1 week ago
$140K - $180K *
Lead and innovate data science initiatives across multiple centers, establishing standards for AI adoption and analytics. Mentor a team of professionals while guiding the deployment of analytical tool...
4 weeks ago
$99K - $225K *
Transform complex data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable solutions that drive decision-making and operational o...
Today
$77K - $176K *
Unlock potential by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with clients to analyze diverse data sets, develop predictive models, and leverage machine learning to address globa...
4 days ago
$77K - $176K *
Join our team to leverage your data science expertise, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with clients to develop algorithms and predictive models that drive informed deci...
4 days ago
Senior Associate, Data Scientist - Applied AI (Financial Services)
$123K - $140K *
Shape your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative Generative AI solutions. Utilize advanced technologies to build and deploy data-driven models, translating complex...
3 weeks ago
Lead Research Data Scientist, Learning Frontiers
$207K - $300K *
Lead the charge in leveraging data analytics to enhance educational impact through AI-driven product experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define metrics, evaluate learning efficacy...
2 weeks ago
Lead Data Scientist, Credit Risk
$152K - $210K *
Drive innovative credit strategies for new applicants, managing risk across the member lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven policies and models, enhancing member e...
1 week ago
Lead Data Scientist, Credit Risk
$152K - $210K *
Shape the future of credit risk strategy by leading innovative data-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop policies and models that enhance member experience while managi...
1 week ago
Software Engineer/ Data Analyst (AI/ML)
$100K - $120K *
Innovate within a dynamic engineering team to create advanced software and data solutions, utilizing AI/ML technologies and cloud architectures. Collaborate to enhance systems and deliver production-r...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer/ Data Analyst (AI/ML)
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative software solutions leveraging AI/ML technologies in cloud environments. Enhance existing systems and deliver scalable applications while collaborat...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize data-driven strategies to enhance operational performance by applying advanced analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive a...
1 month ago
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to transform data into actionable insights, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting business decisions through innovative machine learning sol...
1 month ago
Machine Learning Engineer, Applied AI
$135K - $160K *
Drive innovation in applied AI by creating robust machine learning systems. Tackle complex, real-world problems for institutions, ensuring high accuracy and reliability while navigating uncharted terr...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Innovate at the intersection of backend engineering and machine learning. Design scalable systems, deploy production ML models, and create data pipelines that drive impactful solutions in a collaborat...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform clinical data into high-quality datasets, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate machine learning applications while enhancing clinical research outcomes across various diseas...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$135K - $228K *
Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data pipelines, enabling advanced analytics and AI/ML initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data solutions tha...
3 days ago
What does a Data or Applied Scientist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.