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.
Principal Data Scientist - Identity and Matching Models
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovative data modeling solutions to enhance record matching accuracy. Collaborate with a small team to design, build, and deploy models, ensuring high-quality results while mentoring teammates...
1 week ago
Principal Data Scientist - Identity and Matching Models
$138K - $165K *
Join our team to build and enhance models that match records from diverse data sources. Collaborate closely with data science leaders and product owners to drive impactful results and mentor teammates...
1 week ago
Software Engineer, Data Visualization
$135K - $160K *
Unlock insights by designing a robust data visualization suite that enhances decision-making through real-time analysis and user-friendly interfaces, ensuring seamless access to dataset quality and pe...
1 week ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer
$145K - $209K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of machine learning and software engineering, driving innovative solutions for ticketing optimization, personalization, and fraud detection. Collaborate across...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer
$145K - $209K *
Grow innovative software solutions in an agile environment, empowering users through seamless ticketing experiences while leveraging cutting-edge technologies and fostering teamwork across disciplines...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Science Fellow - Organoid Biochemistry
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's pioneering innovative protein-focused research, implementing advanced biochemical techniques and collaborating across disciplines to drive discoveries in organoid biology and membra...
2 days ago
(USA) Distinguished, Data Scientist - Agentic AI Systems Engineering & Model Post-Training
$130K - $260K *
Join a team that's transforming supply chain operations through advanced AI systems. As a technical leader, you'll architect, build, and manage agentic solutions that address complex enterprise challe...
Reposted 3 days ago
$85K - $93K *
Join our team to develop and enhance data pipelines, ensuring secure and reliable datasets. Collaborate with experienced engineers to support business intelligence and improve data quality while growi...
3 weeks ago
Decision Scientist, Strategic Partner and Marketing Analytics
$89K - $101K *
Unlock actionable insights as a Decision Scientist, collaborating across teams to analyze customer behavior, drive marketing strategies, and enhance business growth through advanced analytics and pred...
2 weeks ago
$169K - $212K *
Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architecture solutions, optimizing data products for analytics and AI. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data governance and deliver impactfu...
2 weeks ago
$72K - $115K *
Partner with us to design and validate predictive models that enhance business processes across various domains, leveraging data science techniques to drive insights and improve decision-making within...
3 days ago
Senior Data Engineer - Analytics
$170K - $200K *
Join us to transform operational data into actionable insights through meticulous data modeling, clear metric definitions, and impactful visualizations. Collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy and...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $110K *
Discover your potential by supporting data-driven decision-making as you develop and implement advanced statistical and machine learning models. Collaborate with stakeholders and enhance your skills i...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Delivery Consultant- GenAI/ML & Data Science, AWS Industries
$176K - $239K *
Lead the charge in delivering scalable, secure AWS solutions while driving customer success. Utilize your technical expertise to architect and implement complex projects, guiding clients through their...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Machine Learning
$165K - $180K *
Innovate scalable infrastructure solutions for AI and ML deployment. Collaborate with ML scientists to integrate models into products, optimize performance, and ensure reliability through monitoring a...
1 week ago
Senior/Sr. Staff AI Infrastructure Engineer, Inference & Optimization
$169K - $351K *
Advance your career by optimizing and deploying AI models in cutting-edge infrastructures that bridge deep learning algorithms and real-time autonomous systems, ensuring ultra-low latency and operatio...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$108K - $157K *
Optimize data-driven strategies by transforming raw analytics into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance marketplace dynamics and drive measurable business outcomes i...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science techniques to solve complex business challenges across finance, economics, and healthcare. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions...
3 days ago
Business Data Scientist, Subscriptions and Customer Growth Marketing
$138K - $197K *
Empower strategic decision-making by analyzing complex data sets, developing insights, and communicating recommendations to drive consumer growth through innovative marketing strategies...
3 weeks ago
$172K - $192K *
Drive innovation by developing and implementing machine learning models to analyze large datasets, generate predictive insights, and support data-driven business decisions while ensuring model perform...
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Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (Data-Global E-Commerce-Search) - 2027 Start
$121K - $243K *
Join a team that's redefining e-commerce search through innovation and advanced technology. Engage with machine learning and NLP to optimize user experiences on a global platform, while tackling compl...
Reposted 6 days ago
Associate Applied ML Scientist - 1087
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to the development of cutting-edge NLP models that transform unstructured labor market data into actionable insights. Collaborate with experts to enhance model performance and optimize for...
3 days ago
Supply Chain Optimization Data Scientist Senior Consultant
$116K - $229K *
Engage in transforming supply chains through advanced analytics and optimization. Collaborate with clients to design and implement data-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, flexibility, and respo...
1 week ago
Supply Chain Optimization Data Scientist Senior Consultant
$116K - $229K *
Optimize supply chain solutions by designing models, integrating data, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Drive impactful analytics and support...
1 week ago
Supply Chain Optimization Data Scientist Senior Consultant
$116K - $229K *
Optimize supply chain solutions by leveraging data science to enhance decision-making, model performance, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement analytical f...
1 week 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.