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Discover Data Science Manager jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead teams, shape analytics strategy, and turn complex data into business value. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find senior roles across industries.

What Does a Data Science Manager Do?

Data Science Managers guide data scientists and analytics teams from problem definition through delivery. They set priorities, oversee analytical and machine learning projects, communicate findings to business leaders, and help ensure that data products are reliable, responsible, and useful. The role often combines technical judgment with people leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Responsibilities may include building and mentoring teams, developing data science roadmaps, evaluating models and experiments, and partnering with product, engineering, finance, or operations leaders. Employers commonly seek experience with statistical analysis, machine learning, data visualization, and programming languages such as Python or R. Strong communication, project management, and strategic decision-making skills are also important.

Where Data Science Managers Work

Data Science Managers are hired across technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, consulting, and other data-driven sectors. Depending on the organization, a manager may focus on product analytics, risk modeling, personalization, forecasting, research, or AI and machine learning initiatives.

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$94K - $132K *

Transform your career by leading a team of analysts to deliver innovative data solutions. Collaborate with key partners to drive strategic priorities and present insights that influence decision-makin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $132K *

Analyze data and processes to drive strategic initiatives, leading a team of analysts. Collaborate with partners to deliver insights and innovative solutions, ensuring effective stakeholder management...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$206K - $292K *

Optimize product strategies using advanced statistics and machine learning to drive efficiency and growth. Collaborate across functions, present insights, and mentor team members while analyzing compl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$128K - $187K *

Shape the future of strategic sourcing by leading AI category management, negotiating vendor agreements, and driving automation across procurement processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to influence...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data analytics to provide impactful insights. Utilize advanced techniques for large-scale data processing and analysis, while supporting mission-critical projects wit...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive demand health insights and advertiser performance metrics to shape strategic decisions. Collaborate with sales and product teams to enhance outcomes and identify growth opportunities in a rapidl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $128K *

Engineer innovative data solutions to tackle national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytic capabilities and automate processes, ensuring adherence to standards while interpr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Champion national security by leveraging data science expertise to analyze critical issues, enhance analytic capabilities, and collaborate with diverse teams to drive impactful solutions in a fast-pac...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of data-driven solutions by leading innovative strategies and overseeing data management processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize campaign performance and ensure data int...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data science team driving revenue insights. Shape monetization strategies while overseeing experimentation and optimizing financial engineering metrics for glo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$216K - $254K *

Lead the integration of advanced data science techniques into product engineering, driving analytical design and rigor in insights delivery. Own statistical validation, causal inference methods, and c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $112K *

Champion data-driven insights to optimize media campaigns and enhance decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform analytics into actionable strategies, ensuring data accuracy...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $112K *

Transform data into actionable insights to optimize media campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and deliver polished, decision-ready outputs that drive smarter med...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $112K *

Optimize your career as a Senior Analyst, transforming media data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign performance and drive strategic decisions throug...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $112K *

Analyze cross-channel media performance to deliver actionable insights that optimize campaigns and inform future strategies. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and create polished, decisio...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$155K - $190K *

Transform business outcomes by leading advanced data science initiatives, developing AI and machine learning models to enhance decision-making, risk management, and profitability across key business a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $286K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of data scientists to develop innovative machine learning models, driving insights from vast data sets while collaborating with cross-functional partners...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of data scientists to develop innovative machine learning models, collaborating across functions to deliver impactful AI solutions that enhance customer experiences in the Global P...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative machine learning models, guiding a talented team of data scientists and analysts to transform complex data into actionable insights for a global payment networ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of data scientists to develop innovative machine learning models that drive insights and enhance customer experiences in the Global Payment Network...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science techniques to optimize business operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable analytical models that drive actionable ins...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$199K - $319K *

Lead and innovate in AI engineering by managing a team of ML engineers, setting technical direction, and ensuring high-quality production systems while driving initiatives from concept to realization...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$199K - $319K *

Lead a team of ML engineers to drive AI product development, setting technical direction and architecture standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable ML soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $236K *

Explore a dynamic role where you will leverage analytics to drive product decisions, conduct impactful experiments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and identify...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading machine learning and simulation efforts to enhance manufacturing accuracy. Drive product management, user research, and technical direction to optimize path planning and sp...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Science Manager do?question toggle

    A Data Science Manager leads data science or analytics teams, sets project priorities, oversees analytical and machine learning work, and communicates results to stakeholders. The role typically balances technical direction, team development, and business strategy.

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

    Employers often look for substantial experience in data science, analytics, or machine learning, along with a track record of leading projects or teams. Technical skills may include Python or R, statistical modeling, experimentation, and data visualization; requirements vary by employer.

  • What industries hire Data Science Managers?question toggle

    Technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries hire Data Science Managers to guide data-driven products, operations, research, and decision-making.

  • How can I find Data Science Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Data Science Manager openings on Ladders, where listings focus on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, responsibilities, and qualifications, and set up alerts for relevant opportunities.

  • What is the difference between a Data Science Manager and a Data Scientist?question toggle

    A Data Scientist generally focuses on conducting analyses and building models, while a Data Science Manager typically sets team priorities, guides technical work, mentors professionals, and aligns projects with organizational goals. Some manager roles remain hands-on, depending on the company.