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.
$100K - $120K *
Innovate cutting-edge AI and Computer Vision solutions in a dynamic team. Collaborate with experts to optimize algorithms and deliver impactful geospatial insights. All experience levels welcome to ap...
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$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing Geospatial AI. Collaborate with experts to develop cutting-edge solutions in AI and Computer Vision, transforming vast data into acti...
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$120K - $150K *
Champion the transformation of human expertise into superior AI models by leading data acquisition strategies, collaborating with researchers, and optimizing vendor performance to enhance model capabi...
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$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize data acquisition strategies that enhance AI models. Collaborate with researchers, manage vendor relationships, and leverage analytics to drive improvements in data qual...
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(USA) Distinguished, Data Scientist
$169K - $338K *
Join a team that's transforming data into strategic insights to solve complex business problems. As a key player, you will lead innovative analytics and machine learning initiatives, collaborating acr...
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$175K - $218K *
Join a team that's redefining revenue growth through innovative ML solutions. As a Lead Data Scientist, you'll drive impactful monetization strategies for millions of users, collaborating across teams...
2 weeks ago
$116K - $182K *
Unlock potential by developing innovative software solutions for bioanalytics, focusing on harmonizing health data and AI/ML applications to enhance national security and public health initiatives...
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Senior/Staff FDE - Synthetic Data Generation
$180K - $320K *
Transform complex AI challenges into effective synthetic data strategies. Lead technical execution across the delivery lifecycle, enhancing model performance through innovative data generation and eva...
3 weeks ago
Senior/Staff FDE - Synthetic Data Generation
$180K - $320K *
Accelerate impactful AI initiatives by leading synthetic data projects, enhancing model performance through strategic experimentation and scalable solutions, while collaborating with cross-functional...
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Data Engineer, Workforce Solutions - Talent Mobility
$132K - $178K *
Unlock the potential of data by designing and implementing robust data pipelines, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful business decisions and analyt...
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Senior Manager, Product Data Science
$160K - $190K *
Lead the charge in enhancing app experiences and marketplace data through AI-driven strategies and a high-performing Data Science team, ensuring seamless user interactions and optimizing over billions...
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Senior Associate, Data Analyst/Data Engineer
$80K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze and transform data, creating impactful dashboards and insights. Collaborate with experts to solve complex challenges and enhance data-driven decision-making across the o...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Seeking an innovative Data Scientist to architect and deploy advanced geospatial AI/ML systems, driving impactful solutions for commercial and national security missions. Collaborate on cutting-edge t...
5 days ago
Research Scientist Graduate (Multi-modal Agentic Databases) - 2027 Start (PhD)
$153K - $300K *
Engage in advanced system design and deployment, leveraging cutting-edge algorithms and distributed systems. Collaborate on innovative research projects that improve performance and reliability while...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Product Manager, Machine Learning
$150K - $210K *
Transform manufacturing processes by owning ML and physics simulations. Drive the path to accurate part development through predictive modeling and user-driven design, maximizing efficiency and minimi...
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$250K - $350K *
Empower groundbreaking LLM innovation by researching and developing novel AI models, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring production readiness while collaborating closely with an agile team of engineers...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (Commercial AI-CRM and Transaction) - 2027 Start
$128K - $256K *
Explore innovative AI-driven growth solutions, leveraging deep learning and intelligent agent technologies to enhance customer engagement, optimize business strategies, and unlock long-term revenue st...
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Principal, Data Scientist (Marketplace Risk)
$150K - $180K *
Lead the development and deployment of advanced machine learning models to solve complex business challenges. Mentor team members, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive innovation while ensuring h...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Data Science Manager, Predictive Analytics & AI – US?Commercial
$150K - $180K *
Unlock innovative AI and machine learning solutions to drive data-driven decisions across U.S. Commercial operations, enhancing insights into patient populations and healthcare provider behavior for s...
3 weeks ago
Senior Talent Planning Analyst
$134K - $179K *
Unlock your potential by building workforce planning data models, analyzing trends, and enhancing headcount capacity for informed organizational decisions. Collaborate across teams to maintain data in...
3 weeks ago
Senior Talent Planning Analyst
$134K - $179K *
Join a team that's building a robust data foundation for workforce planning, focusing on headcount modeling and analytics. Partner with finance and HR to ensure accurate insights drive better organiza...
3 weeks ago
Data & AI Platform Engineer II
$170K - $215K *
Help us design and deploy AI-driven applications that automate complex workflows. You will create secure, scalable solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering stan...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive innovative data solutions by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning techniques. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance predictive modeling and contribute to impactful projects tha...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by leveraging advanced data science and machine learning techniques. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to develop innovative solutions and predictive models that drive impactful...
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Data Scientist, Global AML Transaction Monitoring
$100K - $120K *
Optimize transaction monitoring solutions using data science techniques to enhance AML/ATF compliance. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop models, and present findings, ensuring effective...
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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.