Data Science Manager Jobs

Explore Data Science Manager opportunities with organizations seeking leaders who can turn complex data into clear business value. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles across analytics, machine learning, and data science leadership.

What Does a Data Science Manager Do?

Data Science Managers lead teams that use statistics, machine learning, and analytical methods to solve business problems. They guide project priorities, oversee model development, communicate findings to stakeholders, and help ensure data products deliver measurable results. Depending on the organization, the role may also include hiring and mentoring, setting technical standards, and partnering with product, engineering, and business leaders.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a blend of technical depth and people leadership. Relevant strengths may include experience with Python or R, SQL, machine learning, statistical analysis, experimentation, data visualization, and cloud or data platforms. Candidates may also benefit from a track record of managing teams, defining roadmaps, translating business needs into analytical work, and presenting recommendations to senior decision-makers. Requirements vary by company and role.

Where Data Science Managers Work

Data Science Managers are hired across industries such as technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, consulting, and media. Teams may focus on areas including customer insights, forecasting, risk, personalization, operations, or responsible AI. The scope of a position can vary, from leading a specialized analytics team to shaping data strategy across an organization.

Find Your Next Data Science Leadership Role

Browse Data Science Manager jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare role responsibilities, leadership scope, industry, and qualifications to identify positions aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$126K - $134K *

Unlock potential by leading product marketing for AI solutions. Shape messaging, drive competitive intelligence, and create impactful content to connect technology with customer value. Collaborate cro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $245K *

Champion AI strategy and implementation in healthcare, leading a team to deliver measurable value. Drive business development, client engagement, and practice growth while shaping innovative solutions...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing program management activities, supervising a dedicated team, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance effi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI integration by leading complex projects, bridging technical teams and leadership. Drive Agile methodologies, manage risks, and ensure timely deliverables in a dynamic environmen...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $127K *

Join a team that engages with top customers, transforming their operations through customized solutions and deep partnership while collaborating cross-functionally in a hyper-growth environment, impac...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $131K *

Empower global operations through strategic partnership management, leading major accounts to enhance safety and efficiency while collaborating cross-functionally to drive impactful technology solutio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $148K *

Shape the future of enterprise customer success by driving strategic partnerships, transforming operational data into measurable outcomes, and championing impactful change for mid-large accounts withi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $309K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced knowledge graph solutions, enhancing personal work contexts and integrations across teams, while delivering scalable, low-latency APIs. Mentor engineers...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $300K *

Partner with us to tackle complex data challenges and enhance frontier AI model performance. In this critical role, engage with leading AI labs to design innovative datasets and environments while tra...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $135K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare marketing by crafting compelling narratives and executing integrated campaigns that drive engagement and awareness for innovative cardiac solutions, while co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $212K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative initiatives that leverage AI, data, and technology to redefine Customer Success. Drive innovation through cross-functional collaboration, enhancing operation...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data solutions that enhance healthcare technology platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and drive informed dec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$298K *

Drive strategic financial planning and forecasting for global subscription services. Collaborate with leaders to enhance decision-making, improve processes, and mentor junior staff, ensuring alignment...

San Mateo, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $193K *

Champion the development of supply chain strategies for OFCI equipment, driving success in global data center construction projects through strategic procurement, vendor selection, and cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $207K *

Contribute to the successful delivery of large-scale IT programs, leading high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and fostering strong client relationships to align with strategic objec...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$185K - $312K *

Engineer the future of home shopping by developing a foundational AI model that integrates market dynamics, consumer behavior, and economic factors to enhance user experience and decision-making in re...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$184K - $287K *

Innovate and lead in machine learning, tackling safety challenges in multi-modal LLMs. Collaborate with experts to enhance security, inclusivity, and robustness across our cutting-edge models and syst...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower consumer experiences by leading product strategy and execution for innovative genomics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user satisfaction and drive adoption throug...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $259K *

Inspire high-performing sales teams while driving impactful solutions for mid-sized Public Sector organizations. Utilize coaching, strategic problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration to fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $153K *

Drive growth in vehicle protection products and optimize earnings for every loan funded. Shape partnerships and sales strategies while utilizing data-driven insights to enhance performance and protect...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team targeting SMB/Mid-Market legal departments. Shape sales strategies, optimize processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve ambit...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $245K *

Lead a dynamic team of data scientists to optimize client acquisition and retention through innovative algorithms and data-driven strategies, fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving impac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Science Manager do?question toggle

    A Data Science Manager leads data science or analytics teams, sets priorities, oversees analytical and machine learning projects, and communicates results to help organizations make informed decisions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Data Science Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for experience in data science, statistics, machine learning, or analytics, along with technical skills such as Python or R and SQL. Team leadership, stakeholder communication, and business problem-solving are also valued.

  • How much do Data Science Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore opportunities at that compensation level.

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    Data Science Managers work in many industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and media. Their teams may focus on areas such as forecasting, customer analytics, risk, personalization, or operations.

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    Browse the Data Science Manager category on Ladders and review listings for responsibilities, qualifications, industry, and compensation. Compare opportunities with your experience and career goals.