Explore Data & Applied Scientist Jobs

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.

What Data and Applied Scientists Do

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.

Common Skills and Qualifications

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.

Where These Roles Work

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.

Find Your Next Data Science Role

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.

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$135K - $160K *

Elevate the future of AI/ML engineering by developing cutting-edge knowledge retrieval and NLP technologies. Collaborate with leaders to enhance user experience and drive innovation while owning proje...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data platforms. Drive innovation in cloud data architecture and pipeline automation, collaborating across teams to deliver impactf...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Unlock insights in oncology research by leading real-world data studies, implementing advanced statistical methods, and leveraging AI tools. Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Transform real-world data into actionable insights by leading oncology-focused observational studies, applying advanced statistical methods, and utilizing AI tools to enhance research capabilities and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's advancing healthcare by harnessing real-world evidence and AI technologies to derive insights that shape oncology studies and decision-making, empowering pharmaceutical partners and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Lead groundbreaking real-world evidence studies to enhance oncology insights, utilizing advanced statistical methods and AI tools, while collaborating with pharmaceutical partners to drive strategic r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $190K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative subsurface imaging hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality data integration for...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$149K - $198K *

Join a team that's redefining performance evaluation for autonomous systems. Lead initiatives to enhance testing methodologies, ensuring rigorous, data-driven insights that support safe and efficient...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of enterprise-grade data platforms. Collaborate with clients to create data strategies that drive business goals, leveraging cutting-edge technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform data and AI systems by designing, building, and operating innovative solutions on AWS. Collaborate in a small team to deliver high-quality, end-to-end projects that enhance analytics and aut...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate data-driven decisions by leveraging AI tools and automation. This role combines analysis and tool-building to enhance workflows, ensuring reliable data insights across teams while fostering...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform transport platform data into robust technical models. This mid-to-senior role collaborates with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate data representation for analytics, while maintaining globa...

Novi, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$127K - $221K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex data into actionable insights through advanced statistical and machine learning solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, reliable...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$68K - $194K *

Contribute to impactful research by supporting data analysis and project documentation. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex national security issues through qualitative and quan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $260K *

Unlock cutting-edge innovation in Data Science and AI. As a Principal Scientist, you'll lead the design of scalable data pipelines and analytical frameworks, driving impactful discoveries in human hea...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's developing and deploying innovative ML/AI solutions in healthcare, enhancing clinical decision-making and operational efficiency through actionable insights and cutting-edge technol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$153K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining e-Commerce through innovative algorithms and big data solutions. Collaborate on user growth strategies, enhance marketing efficiency, and contribute to a secure shopping...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$162K - $387K *

Unlock potential by optimizing e-Commerce algorithms to enhance user engagement and growth. Collaborate on innovative solutions that improve marketing efficiency and drive product discovery, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$117K - $234K *

Lead the charge in developing data-driven solutions that drive strategic business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create predictive models and impactful visualizations, while me...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $234K *

Grow your career with data-driven insights by developing advanced models, collaborating with teams, and enhancing customer experiences through analytical excellence and impactful communication...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $180K *

Elevate your analytical career by leveraging advanced data science techniques to drive business insights and improve decision-making across multiple domains. Collaborate, mentor, and transform data in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$128K - $316K *

Advance the future of e-commerce by developing innovative knowledge graphs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance product strategies and user insights. Join a dynamic environment wh...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $243K *

Lead the charge in developing intricate knowledge graphs to enhance e-commerce product categorization, recommendations, and brand recognition, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative healthcare analytics to enhance patient care quality and optimize revenue. Collaborate across departments to identify improvement opportunities, develop predictive models, and trans...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$70K - $100K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining robust ETL pipelines that support credit risk models, ensuring data quality and integration across regions while collaborating with data scientists and mo...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data or Applied Scientist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.