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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$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Scientist, leveraging AI and analytics to solve complex business challenges. Collaborate cross-functionally to build data-driven solutions that enhance decision-making an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $237K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative machine learning solutions that enhance personalization and recommendations. Collaborate across teams to develop, evaluate, and deploy models that create impactf...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$167K - $216K *

Deliver impactful insights and drive strategic decisions as you analyze key company metrics, partner with leadership, and enhance revenue forecasting to shape the future of the marketplace...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$168K - $217K *

Support strategic insights by analyzing key metrics that drive revenue and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to inform decision-making and strengthen data culture in a high-visibili...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $180K *

Analyze complex data to develop predictive models and drive data-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making through advanced analyt...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Today

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

$129K - $189K *

Empower our data science team by leading analysis and modeling efforts to enhance customer insights and optimize product adoption, ultimately driving growth and informed decision-making across the org...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the scientific direction for our forecasting platform, guiding teams to enhance demand forecasting accuracy and scalability. This hands-on role requires deep expertise in time-series analysis and...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K *

Join a team that's redefining data strategy and engineering. In this hands-on role, you'll build and optimize data infrastructure, develop predictive models, and collaborate with cross-functional team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$135K - $165K *

Lead the charge in marketing analytics to optimize investment across all channels. Transform complex data into actionable insights while shaping our data infrastructure and driving growth and retentio...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving strategic project initiatives while fostering a cultur...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $202K *

Optimize analytics workflows by enhancing SQL performance, automating processes, and improving infrastructure efficiency. Collaborate with teams to solve complex technical challenges and drive continu...

San Bruno, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$104K - $202K *

Lead platform initiatives across analytics, driving user needs from definition to delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance data workflows and ensure effective adoption of enterprise solutions, leve...

San Bruno, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$125K - $150K *

Empower teams by providing technical leadership in data science and AI/ML, driving enterprise data modernization initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and deliver impactful decision-mak...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engineer transformative Sigma analytics solutions, leading complex projects that unlock business insights for clients. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to build actionable data-driven products, e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive AI transformation by leading client engagements, shaping strategies, and ensuring successful delivery. Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, oversee project execution, and mentor teams...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Shape and enhance AI-driven intelligence systems by developing, operating, and optimizing workflows and knowledge structures that facilitate effective decision-making and external communications acros...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower decision-making by utilizing data-driven insights to enhance operations, supporting growth through statistical modeling and AI techniques while maintaining compliance in a complex regulatory e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $186K *

Support the strategy and roadmap of our Data & AI Platform, prioritizing consumer needs and driving adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, measure performance...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of data as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, collaborating with clients to enhance their teams or build innovative solutions. Drive impactful projects using traditional ML techn...

Montgomery, ALRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$466K - $500K+*

Accelerate progress at the forefront of ML infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement user-centric solutions that enhance model development and deployment for di...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$242K - $275K *

Lead and elevate the Database Platform team, driving data architecture, reliability, and team culture for scalable data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and operation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $339K *

Elevate our Trust and Safety initiatives by leveraging data science to proactively manage risks and enhance product quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive insights that shape user experience...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...

Menlo Park, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $209K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of machine learning and software engineering, driving innovative solutions for ticketing optimization, personalization, and fraud detection. Collaborate across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Transform transport platform data into robust technical models. This mid-to-senior role collaborates with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate data representation for analytics, while maintaining globa...

Novi, MIRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.

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    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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