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 - Rollout acceleration AI
$135K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on leveraging AI to enhance pricing strategies in insurance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure the successf...
Yesterday
Director, Data Science - Rollout acceleration AI
$150K - $180K *
Drive your career forward by leveraging advanced AI to enhance pricing programs. Join a new, dynamic team focused on building evaluations that ensure AI delivers value and accuracy, shaping the future...
Yesterday
Director, Data Science - Rollout acceleration AI
$135K - $160K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and insurance pricing by leading a new team to develop advanced evaluations for AI applications, ensuring swift and confident rollout of innovative pricin...
Yesterday
Director, Data Science - Rollout acceleration AI
$150K - $180K *
Champion the integration of advanced AI in pricing programs, collaborating across teams to enhance rollout speed and accuracy. Drive innovation in model evaluation and risk assessment, shaping the fut...
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Senior Data Scientist, Safety Enforcement
$190K - $267K *
Transform safety enforcement through data science by developing models and systems that detect and mitigate abuse. Collaborate across teams to translate policies into actionable insights, ensuring eff...
5 days ago
Lead Data Analytics and Visualization Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Empower your career by leading a team of data experts in building innovative BI solutions. Drive impactful decisions through data-driven insights, collaborating with stakeholders while fostering a cul...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Pioneer innovative AI solutions by leading model architecture and data analysis. Collaborate with engineers and domain experts to transform large datasets into impactful applications, shaping the futu...
Today
Quantitative Researcher - Prediction Markets
$200K - $300K *
Join our team to develop predictive models and trading strategies, leveraging quantitative research and data analysis to identify market opportunities in dynamic prediction markets. Collaborate with t...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior AI & Data Engineer - Study Experience
$114K - $153K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on building AI-enabled data platforms. Collaborate across engineering and product teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance clinical...
2 weeks ago
Data Program Manager, Data Strategy
$148K - $214K *
Join a team that's transforming financial data into strategic insights. As a key player, you'll bridge Finance and technology, driving data initiatives that enhance decision-making and empower teams w...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive impactful change by analyzing data to enhance local democracy. Collaborate across teams to develop measurement frameworks, build dashboards, and translate complex insights into actionable strate...
1 week ago
Manager, Data Science - Risk & Trust
$110K - $130K *
Empower marketplace safety by leading analytical strategies across Trust & Risk. Collaborate with senior leaders to define and measure transaction risk, influencing decisions that impact millions of u...
3 weeks ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Vector Bidding Science
$148K - $244K *
Drive the development of innovative bidding algorithms and systems, leveraging AI and large datasets to enhance marketplace performance and maximize advertiser returns in a dynamic, collaborative envi...
2 days ago
Research Engineer, Post-Training Model Evaluations
$500K+*
Drive the evaluation strategy for production models, ensuring accurate assessments of model quality. Collaborate with research teams, optimize measurement processes, and monitor live training runs to...
3 weeks ago
Research Engineer, Post-Training Model Evaluations
$500K+*
Lead the evaluation strategy for production models, ensuring accurate assessments of model quality. Collaborate with research teams, optimize measurement processes, and monitor live training runs to e...
3 weeks ago
Data Engineer, Finance (R6329)
$97K - $140K *
Join a team that's building a robust data foundation for Finance, enhancing analytics and AI applications. You'll engineer scalable data pipelines and integrations, ensuring quality and efficiency whi...
1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist (Onsite)
$150K - $200K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative data science solutions, collaborating with experts to address complex challenges. Engage directly with clients to translate technical concepts into actionable...
3 weeks ago
Principal Data Analyst - Analytics & Transformation
$131K - $149K *
Shape data-driven strategies by leveraging analytics and technical expertise to innovate solutions, enhance business intelligence, and ensure data quality management across diverse platforms and tools...
4 days ago
Principal Data Analyst - Analytics & Transformation
$119K - $136K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging analytics and technical skills. Collaborate across teams to innovate data solutions, enhance business intelligence, and ensure data quality manage...
4 days ago
Senior Data Scientist, Pharmacy
$163K - $215K *
Drive innovation by leveraging data science to enhance pharmacy benefits, optimize clinical outcomes, and improve member experiences through advanced analytics and collaboration with cross-functional...
5 days ago
$197K - $328K *
Lead the charge in transforming complex data into actionable insights through advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI capabilities, while overseeing data architectures and collaborating with engi...
1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist I, Real World Evidence (RWE), Life Sciences R&D
$130K - $180K *
Join a team that's leading innovative RWE analyses in oncology, shaping drug development with real-world insights. Leverage advanced statistical methods and AI tools to drive impactful research and fo...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist I, Real World Evidence (RWE), Life Sciences R&D
$120K - $170K *
Drive innovation in oncology research by leading real-world evidence studies. Collaborate with pharma clients to transform complex data into actionable insights, utilizing advanced methodologies and A...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist I - Growth, Marketing & Sales
$110K - $130K *
Transform client outcomes by leading innovative analytics projects, shaping strategies, and driving impactful insights in the Consumer Packaged Goods sector. Collaborate with teams to harness advanced...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist I, Real World Evidence (RWE), Life Sciences R&D
$120K - $170K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative RWE analyses in oncology. Drive insights from complex data, implement advanced statistical methods, and leverage AI tools to enhance research efforts. Collaborat...
3 weeks 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.