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.

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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 - $150K *

Pioneer the transformation of tax technology and processes, driving strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and user experience through automation and data-driven solution...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $220K *

Lead the development and execution of scalable content operations for enterprise clients, ensuring effective workflows and governance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Empower clinical research excellence by managing projects that ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and drive successful study delivery from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with interdis...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $115K *

Analyze and enhance client data reporting, driving insights and trends to support customer satisfaction and business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and delive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive product strategy and vision for finance functions, optimizing Record to Report and FP&A processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial systems and ensure comp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$144K - $180K *

Engage with top-tier enterprises to build lasting relationships, driving security and operational solutions. Lead a dedicated team to expand accounts from initial deployment to multi-site programs, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $238K *

Join a team that's redefining security by leveraging AI to enhance application safety. You'll assess vulnerabilities, develop innovative security solutions, and shape the AI security strategy across t...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $238K *

Lead the charge in enhancing application security by integrating AI-driven solutions, conducting assessments, and shaping the AI security strategy across the organization. Collaborate with cross-funct...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion data transformation excellence by leading data engineering solutions in Azure. Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven insights and mentor junior engineers whil...

Georgia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support clinical studies by assisting with scientific conduct, data reconciliation, and protocol management. Engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational excellence across multiple st...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive clinical innovation by supporting the operational delivery of pivotal studies, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Play a key role in the medical m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K *

Explore, analyze, and visualize diverse datasets to inform and drive impactful changes in criminal justice. Collaborate with teams to support product launches and share findings, contributing to solut...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver a visionary roadmap that integrates cloud analytics with smart traffic solutions, boosting emergency response efficiency and transit performance. Lead products that redefine smart-city signal...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze customer behavior and operational performance to drive strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics frameworks and support decision-making for key business...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $173K *

Unlock the potential of our consent and preference management platform by leading product strategy, development, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive enhancements and ensure compliance while opti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the clinical execution of complex studies, leading scientific oversight and medical monitoring while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and deliver impactful resul...

Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower client success by managing onboarding and project delivery, ensuring clients realize software value. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption, satisfaction, and long-term relationships...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Accelerate data-driven insights by leading data cleansing and analytics efforts for federal financial management. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful reporting and automation solutions...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $210K *

Lead complex programs and strategic client engagements, driving technology transformation and sustainable business value. Act as a trusted adviser to C-level stakeholders, shaping program vision and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by leading self-service retail media operations, driving innovative strategies, and ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance campaign performance and...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of education by owning content strategy for assessments. Collaborate with experts and district leaders to enhance quality and drive adoption, leveraging insights to inform product dir...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $181K *

Lead the charge in enhancing market and provider performance through strategic initiatives, project management, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring operational excellence and improved member...

Long Beach, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing personnel and operational execution across critical Navy training programs. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contracts, and ensure successful program del...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Elevate AI-driven product development by leading a high-performance team to innovate and implement cutting-edge software solutions in Life Sciences, enhancing research and collaboration across diverse...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $209K *

Take ownership of strategies, processes, and tooling that enhance operations across Success, driving effective execution, supply health, and team performance in a fast-paced, two-sided marketplace env...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.

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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.