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.
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.
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.
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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Manager, Business Analytics - Mattel Digital Studios
$117K - $145K *
Unlock potential by establishing a robust business analytics capability that transforms data into executive insights, enhancing decision-making and performance across the organization. Collaborate wit...
4 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive impactful data science solutions by leveraging machine learning and causal inference expertise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design effective algorithms, analyze complex datasets...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Analyze and assess large datasets by applying advanced AI/ML techniques. Innovate AI solutions while collaborating with mission teams to enhance operational objectives and uncover actionable insights...
3 weeks ago
$112K - $135K *
Innovate solutions by analyzing complex datasets, developing models, and transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to communicate findings effectively and support data-driven...
3 weeks ago
Principal AI Scientist / Director, Statistical Modeling - Remote
$180K *
Lead the charge in enhancing and monitoring statistical/ML models to detect Fraud, Waste & Abuse in high-volume prescription transactions. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and improve busine...
1 week ago
Principal AI Scientist / Director, Statistical Modeling - Remote
$180K *
Drive innovation as an AI Scientist/Actuarial Lead, enhancing statistical and ML models to combat Fraud, Waste & Abuse in high-volume prescription transactions. Collaborate with teams to elevate busin...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead data science initiatives leveraging AI/ML to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth. Mentor a high-performing team while ensuring compliance, governance, and successful model deployment...
1 month ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead a dynamic data science team to innovate AI solutions, optimize processes, and enhance decision-making while driving compliance and operational efficiency. Shape strategy through analytics and fos...
1 month ago
$88K - $154K *
Champion data science initiatives to support intelligence community needs, executing analysis, building reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful insights and drive project suc...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Accelerate innovation in document verification by leading a team of data scientists. Drive technical direction, oversee ML lifecycle, and ensure high-quality solutions that meet business needs while m...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative document verification solutions. Drive technical direction, mentor data scientists, and ensure quality across the ML lifecycle while collaborating with cross...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Grow your career with a leading role in computer vision and machine learning, guiding teams through the ML lifecycle to enhance document verification solutions while collaborating with engineering and...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform document verification solutions by leading ML projects, guiding data scientists, and ensuring high-quality model performance throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...
1 week ago
$160K - $190K *
Pioneer innovative document verification solutions by leading a team of data scientists. Oversee the entire ML lifecycle, ensuring quality and performance while collaborating with engineering and prod...
1 week ago
Principal Data Scientist - AI, Machine Learning, Fraud Detection
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of data science by leading advanced ML initiatives that drive strategic business outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to tackle high-impact challenges in fraud detection and risk...
2 days ago
$219K - $323K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage data insights, drive strategic decisions, and shape business operations through innovative analytics and experimentation in a dynamic environment...
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$219K - $323K *
Elevate your career by leveraging data science to drive strategic decisions, lead a team in uncovering key insights, and influence cross-functional operations in a dynamic, global organization focused...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$219K - $323K *
Transform complex data into actionable insights by leading a team of Data Scientists. Guide strategy and operational changes to drive growth and efficiency in a dynamic environment while collaborating...
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$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's redefining analytics by leading insights and integrating advanced methodologies across Marketing, Digital, and Customer functions to drive strategic business decisions and enhance d...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Manage a dynamic team of analytics experts driving innovative insights across Marketing, Digital, and Customer functions. Collaborate with cross-functional units to elevate decision-making through adv...
3 weeks ago
Manager I, Engineering - Anomaly Detection
$192K - $240K *
Shape the future of anomaly detection by leading a dynamic engineering team, driving innovative AI solutions, and collaborating across functions to enhance system telemetry and proactively identify is...
1 week ago
Data Scientist - Agentic AI / ML
$170K - $234K *
Transform data-driven solutions by developing advanced AI and machine learning models, collaborating across teams to enhance operations and forecast accuracy, and lead GenAI initiatives from conceptio...
1 month ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion data insights and analytics, leveraging big data to inform strategies, optimize operations, and foster growth across multiple departments while collaborating with stakeholders and leading ana...
2 weeks ago
Senior Design Manager - AI Monitoring & Management
$204K - $255K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic design team focused on AI-driven product experiences. Drive innovation in GPU infrastructure and agent observability while mentoring designers to achieve excel...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of data science by leading a team of experts to develop predictive models that drive business decisions and enhance performance across analytics initiatives...
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What does a Data Science Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.