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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in data platform modernization by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines using AWS technologies, engaging directly with clients to deliver innovative solutions that transform...

Seattle, WARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $133K *

Innovate with us to deliver AI and machine learning solutions that transform data into actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance fraud detection and anomaly analysis, leveraging advance...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $233K *

Elevate enterprise data management by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data products that enhance decision-making and drive business...

Portland, ORRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform analytics at the forefront of innovation by leading Power BI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful visual reporting, drive insights, and support forward-thin...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $196K *

Drive innovation in healthcare technology as you collaborate with diverse teams to develop cutting-edge medical coding software, enhance chart confidence, and lead product management initiatives to im...

Utah, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and driving market development, while serving as a trusted underwriting expert to enhance consistency and innovate processes across multi-line products, fac...

Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $274K *

Transform the future of search and information retrieval by designing and deploying large-scale systems that enhance legal, tax, and accounting content, ensuring reliable and measurable impact across...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of data privacy as a Data Warehouse & Analytics Architect by leading architectural excellence and technical direction in scalable data solutions while mentoring a collaborative team d...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by driving data transformation and AI modernization. Own presales lifecycles, design cloud-native solutions, and collaborate with enterprise clients to redefine data strategies...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate enterprise data strategies by driving modern cloud architecture solutions that bridge technology and business value. Leverage your expertise to shape modernization efforts, ensuring seamless t...

New York, NYRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading a high-performing team to create compelling thought leadership content. Drive strategic narratives that align with business priorities and market trends while fosterin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $121K *

Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion integrated marketing campaigns by translating business priorities into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive awareness, demand, and pipeline growth in a fast...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $147K *

Champion the development of ML pipelines, ensuring scalable, reliable decision-making systems that optimize member outcomes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance platform performa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Drive the development of innovative security systems using AI/ML, managing risk across identity and access management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security while maintaining ope...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Discover your potential as you drive enterprise sales in the CPG sector, building relationships with iconic brands. Leverage insights and solutions to develop strategies that enhance client success an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Elevate customer success in the Americas by leading a growing team of CSMs. Drive adoption, value realization, and customer health while shaping playbooks and strategies for scalable growth. Collabora...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the strategy and roadmap for Sales and Marketing platforms, focusing on Salesforce and marketing automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Create impactful data pipelines to transform raw data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions that support a culture of self-service an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Financial Services team to enhance analytics and reporting capabilities. You will collaborate cross-functionally to optimize data flows and ensure data quality, d...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K *

Shape the future of demand generation by developing strategies that maximize revenue impact through multi-channel programs and data-driven insights, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance client...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $175K *

Empower engineering teams to enhance assessment services through leadership, technical expertise, and responsible AI adoption. Drive team performance and customer outcomes across diverse product areas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering public sector organizations. As a Customer Success Manager, you'll partner with clients to enhance their operations using our innovative IoT platform and con...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $131K *

Empower our customers by optimizing their operations with tailored solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, strategizing to solve challenges and drive success in a dynamic, growth-oriented environme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.

  • Which industries hire Data Science Managers?question toggle

    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.

  • How can I find Data Science Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    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.