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.
Analytics Solutions Manager, Wholesale Lending Services
$110K - $130K *
Transform lending operations through advanced analytics and BI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights that drive strategic growth and operational excellence, impacting...
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Director, AI & Data Science (Marketing Measurement & Effectiveness)
$200K *
Drive impactful marketing measurement strategies, leading a data science team to optimize client outcomes. Engage directly with stakeholders, ensuring rigorous methodologies translate into actionable...
3 weeks ago
$243K - $317K *
Champion data-driven decisions by leading high-impact ML initiatives, mentoring peers, and transforming large datasets into actionable insights to drive revenue growth and business success across Ads...
Reposted 2 days ago
AI and Data - Manager - AI Engineer
$110K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by designing and implementing cutting-edge AI solutions that drive business outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges and influence stakeholders in a...
1 week ago
Member of Technical Staff (Applied AI Research)
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading the design and evaluation of pioneering AI benchmarks. Collaborate with top labs to shape industry standards, analyze cutting-edge models, and publish influential insigh...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal AI Scientist / Director, Statistical Modeling - Remote
$180K *
Lead the charge in enhancing and monitoring statistical/ML models to detect Fraud, Waste & Abuse in high-volume prescription transactions. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and improve busine...
2 weeks ago
Principal AI Scientist / Director, Statistical Modeling - Remote
$180K *
Drive innovation as an AI Scientist/Actuarial Lead, enhancing statistical and ML models to combat Fraud, Waste & Abuse in high-volume prescription transactions. Collaborate with teams to elevate busin...
2 weeks ago
$106K - $113K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building secure, scalable data solutions. As a Data Engineer, you'll design and maintain data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data for analytics and business decisions...
3 weeks ago
Research Scientist - Reinforcement Learning (RL)
$135K - $160K *
Drive AI innovation by developing advanced reinforcement learning methods for real-world applications. Collaborate with experts to transform industry decision-making, ensuring impactful solutions that...
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Research Scientist - Reinforcement Learning (RL)
$120K - $145K *
Unlock transformative insights in AI-driven decision-making by leading advanced research in reinforcement learning. Collaborate with experts to deploy solutions that revolutionize critical industries...
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Director, Data Science - GenAI - Neuroscience
$164K - $282K *
Empower scientific discovery by leading AI solutions in Neuroscience R&D. Drive strategy, build scalable tools, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance research capabilities and improv...
3 days ago
Director, Data Science - GenAI - Neuroscience
$164K - $282K *
Drive the design and deployment of AI solutions in Neuroscience R&D, translating research needs into scalable tools. Lead multidisciplinary teams to enhance scientific discovery and ensure responsible...
5 days ago
Director, Data Science - GenAI - Neuroscience
$164K - $282K *
Lead the charge in developing AI solutions for Neuroscience R&D, translating research needs into scalable tools. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance scientific discovery and drive meas...
5 days ago
Director, Data Science - GenAI - Neuroscience
$164K - $282K *
Lead the charge in developing AI solutions for Neuroscience R&D, translating research needs into scalable tools. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance scientific discovery and drive meas...
5 days ago
Director, Data Science - GenAI - Neuroscience
$164K - $282K *
Lead the design and deployment of AI solutions for Neuroscience R&D, translating research needs into scalable tools. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, establish evaluation practices, and ensure s...
5 days ago
Director, Data Science - GenAI - Neuroscience
$164K - $282K *
Engineer innovative AI solutions for Neuroscience R&D, leading cross-functional teams to develop scalable tools that enhance scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes through advanced data int...
5 days ago
Principal Data Scientist, User Ecosystem
$313K - $365K *
Unlock potential by shaping the future of consumer insights through advanced data science. Lead measurement and modeling strategies to enhance user engagement and community dynamics, driving impactful...
5 days ago
Senior Data Scientist - AI Engineering - Clinical Applications
$130K - $155K *
Drive innovative data science solutions by developing algorithms and models, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior scientists to enhance healthcare and drug development proce...
Today
$80K - $100K *
Engineer AI-driven data solutions by designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform business needs into effective machine learning applications and...
1 week ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer I // II
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovation by taking ownership of high-impact ML projects, enhancing fraud detection systems. Collaborate across teams to translate requirements into cutting-edge ML solutions while fostering...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer I // II
$160K - $190K *
Elevate ML capabilities by owning the lifecycle of impactful ML projects, from experimentation to production. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in fraud detection and enhance the robustnes...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer I // II
$140K - $190K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of machine learning, leading high-impact projects that enhance fraud detection capabilities and ensure robust systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager, Research Science, Special Projects
$159K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives and driving product innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance commercial offerings and ensure operational excellence while mentoring a high-perf...
1 week ago
Data Engineer – AI & Machine Learning
$150K - $200K *
Transform data into actionable insights as a Data Engineer for AI & ML. Drive innovative projects, design scalable architectures, and engage with stakeholders to enhance federal mission capabilities w...
6 days ago
Director, Data Science - AI Evidence Extraction
$164K - $282K *
Lead the design and deployment of AI-driven evidence extraction workflows, enhancing clinical development in Neuroscience. Collaborate across teams to create scalable tools that improve data analysis...
5 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.