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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$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in data engineering and AI-ready data enablement. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and collaborate with IT and business teams to create trusted data produ...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $167K *

Develop and maintain robust data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark, ensuring high-quality data for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data analysis efficiency and support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, where you'll design and maintain data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark. Your work will enhance data analysis efficiency, impacting industries and driving cu...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate innovation in polymer research by leading scientific roadmaps, developing computational models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive breakthroughs in materials for advanced w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of wearable technology by leading polymer research, driving innovation in materials science, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop groundbreaking solutions for adva...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $168K *

Drive data-driven insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to build machine learning models that enhance underwriting processes, leveraging advanced technologies to transform raw data int...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $154K *

Transform data into actionable insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance credit bureau data usage in underwriting. Leverage advanced technologies to build machine learning model...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of advanced matching systems for personalized ad recommendations, focusing on real-time performance, data accuracy, and strategic collaboration with leadership to shape the futur...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $172K *

Transform your career by leading data strategy and analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions, automate processes, and enhance decision-making through...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $172K *

Shape the future of data analytics by leading the development of scalable processes and frameworks. Collaborate with teams to implement automated solutions that enhance decision-making and drive measu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $172K *

Transform data strategies by leading the development of scalable analytics processes and tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance decision-making through advanced modeling and automation, ensuring rel...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge algorithms that transform sensor data into real-time physiological insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance wearable technology per...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$215K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate AI/ML solutions, enhancing customer experiences through cutting-edge technologies and cross-functional collaboration, while driving impactful data-driven decisions for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic team to innovate AI/ML solutions that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate across functions to develop scalable models and drive impactful insights fro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $245K *

Engage with a cross-functional team to innovate AI-driven solutions, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer interactions and deliver scalable machine learning models that serve millions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$198K - $269K *

Shape the future of generative AI by leading innovative research and development efforts. Collaborate with top scientists to create scalable solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive impac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$108K - $162K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by developing scalable solutions for network capacity planning and optimization. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance data quality and su...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $162K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on building scalable data solutions for network capacity planning and optimization. Collaborate across engineering, analytics, and AI to drive impact...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge ML systems that enhance healthcare workflows. Take ownership of the entire lifecycle from experimentation to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $275K *

Shape cutting-edge solutions in geospatial intelligence by leveraging advanced data science. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive innovative projects, utilizing machine learning to tackle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $275K *

Inspire innovative data-driven solutions in geospatial intelligence by leading interdisciplinary teams, developing advanced ML models, and addressing vital national security challenges with impactful...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $275K *

Pioneer innovative GEOINT data solutions, lead interdisciplinary projects, and mentor junior scientists while addressing national security challenges through cutting-edge machine learning and geospati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$230K - $322K *

Optimize machine learning infrastructure and tooling to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and scalability in ML s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$262K - $364K *

Join a team that's transforming customer engagement through AI. Lead technical projects, manage engineers, and drive innovation in cloud computing solutions while optimizing performance and fostering...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $226K *

Unlock the power of machine learning by designing, deploying, and optimizing advanced decision intelligence models. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex operational issues, ensuring impactful bu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

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.