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.
Director, Data Science - AI Evidence Extraction
$164K - $282K *
Drive innovation by leading AI-enabled evidence extraction for Neuroscience R&D. Collaborate across teams to develop scalable tools that enhance clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes t...
5 days ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in machine learning solutions, guiding a team to create impactful models for life sciences clients, while shaping technical direction and mentoring engineers throughout the project lif...
3 weeks ago
AI / ML Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's revolutionizing electric aviation by building and operating advanced AI/ML systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance aircraft development and streamline workflows, ensuring...
3 weeks ago
AI / ML Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$120K - $145K *
Drive innovation in electric aviation by building and operating AI/ML infrastructure, supporting aircraft development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities and streaml...
3 weeks ago
AI / ML Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$120K - $145K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of electric aviation by developing AI/ML systems that enhance aircraft development and streamline operations. Collaborate across teams to implement innovative solu...
3 weeks ago
Quantitative, Head of Dataset & Quality
$150K - $180K *
Optimize data collection strategies to enhance physical labor datasets. Define objectives, design taxonomies, and ensure quality while maximizing information bandwidth. Collaborate across teams to dri...
1 week ago
$76K - $150K *
Drive innovation by designing and deploying Generative AI solutions that enhance enterprise operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intelligent applications and optimize AI model...
3 days ago
$175K - $225K *
Lead the development of AI-driven tools to enhance newsroom workflows and reporting. Collaborate with engineers and journalists to create machine learning models that leverage editorial expertise, dri...
2 weeks ago
Director, Applied Science - Ad Optimization & ML Systems
$225K - $275K *
Shape the future of programmatic advertising by leading the design, deployment, and optimization of advanced real-time decisioning systems, ensuring peak performance and innovation in auction strategi...
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Director, Applied Science - Ad Optimization & ML Systems
$225K - $275K *
Shape the future of real-time decisioning in programmatic advertising through building, deploying, and optimizing advanced machine learning systems while leading a talented team of scientists and engi...
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Director, Applied Science - Ad Optimization & ML Systems
$225K - $275K *
Drive the future of advertising by leading a high-impact machine learning team, delivering innovative solutions, and cultivating engineering excellence to solve complex business challenges at scale...
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Director, Applied Science - Ad Optimization & ML Systems
$225K - $275K *
Take ownership of the design and deployment of scalable ML systems that optimize real-time bidding in ad technology. Lead a team of applied scientists and engineers, driving technical strategy and ens...
Reposted 1 week ago
$140K - $190K *
Drive impactful product strategies by leveraging analytics and financial modeling. Collaborate with product leads to enhance pricing tools and processes, while developing quantitative models to optimi...
1 week ago
Sr. Staff Data Scientist, Lending
$210K - $284K *
Transform lending analytics by leading data science initiatives, influencing strategy, and driving impactful insights across multiple teams. Elevate methodologies and foster a culture of experimentati...
3 weeks ago
$131K - $237K *
Unlock potential by transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive mission-critical decisions. Join a dynamic team to lead innovative data science solutions for the Intelligence Communi...
1 week ago
$131K - $237K *
Champion innovative data solutions that drive mission-critical decisions. Lead the design and operationalization of advanced analytics and AI/ML capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams...
1 week ago
$131K - $237K *
Lead the charge in transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive mission-critical decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative data science solutions that e...
1 week ago
$131K - $237K *
Empower mission success by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Lead the design and operationalization of advanced data science capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams t...
1 week ago
$131K - $237K *
Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives that drive mission-critical insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative AI/ML solutions, transforming complex datasets...
1 week ago
Data Analytics & Management, AVP
$90K - $157K *
Oversee the design and deployment of AI-driven solutions in finance, integrating advanced analytics and automation to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency while collaborating across busi...
Reposted 1 week ago
$112K - $135K *
Unlock the potential of data by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative solutions that drive impactful insights and support mission-cr...
3 days ago
Senior Data Scientist - Decision Analytics, Store Operations Transformation
$120K - $145K *
Shape data-driven strategies as a Senior Data Scientist leading innovative AI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance business performance and customer experience while developing advance...
Reposted today
$156K - $204K *
Join a team that's pioneering AI solutions in telecom, transforming concepts into production-ready models. Collaborate with experts to enhance network performance through innovative deep learning tech...
6 days ago
$130K - $155K *
Lead the advancement of analytics and data science, managing a team to deliver scalable machine learning solutions while collaborating with stakeholders to drive impactful initiatives across the organ...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive the advancement of analytics by leading a team of data scientists to deliver scalable machine learning solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to integrate insights into enterprise-scale appl...
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.