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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Senior Manager of People Data and Systems
$82K - $100K *
Drive strategic Talent Operations initiatives and systems to support 1,000+ staff members, ensuring effective Human Capital systems while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance employee en...
1 week ago
Staff Data Scientist - Product Analytics
$212K - $265K *
Innovate with us to enhance decision-making for mental health solutions. As a strategic leader, you'll define metrics, drive cross-team initiatives, and mentor talent while shaping product evaluation...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist - Product Analytics
$212K - $265K *
Drive impactful decisions by leading product measurement strategies and cross-team initiatives that enhance mental health outcomes. Shape evaluation systems and mentor others in analytics, ensuring ro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Data Analytics and Revenue Forecasting
$170K - $180K *
Shape the future of revenue forecasting by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial planning and drive performance in a dynamic, high-growth...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to drive decision-making. Collaborate with teams to develop and evaluate AI/ML models, enhancing the capabilities of projects while supporting critical mis...
1 month ago
Principal Data Scientist, Marketing Measurement
$182K - $252K *
Drive impactful marketing measurement by leveraging causal inference to optimize budget allocation across channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data-driven decisions enhance grow...
1 week ago
$178K - $200K *
Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions, utilizing machine learning to drive data-informed business decisions. Collaborate with teams to translate complex data insights into actio...
3 weeks ago
$178K - $200K *
Elevate your career by leading advanced analytics solutions that transform business challenges into data-driven insights. Collaborate with teams and clients to design innovative machine learning model...
3 weeks ago
Director, Forward Deployed Researcher - Data as a Service
$228K - $403K *
Accelerate AI developments by leading a technical team that transforms complex data challenges into actionable solutions for customer-driven objectives, while nurturing talent and driving team perform...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist - Fraud & Risk
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of advanced deep learning models for fraud detection and risk management. Drive technical initiatives, mentor peers, and collaborate cross-funct...
3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist - Fraud & Risk
$150K - $180K *
Transform complex data into actionable insights by developing advanced machine learning models for fraud detection and risk management. Lead cross-functional initiatives, mentor peers, and drive innov...
3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist - Fraud & Risk
$150K - $180K *
Join our Fraud & Risk Data Science team to design and optimize cutting-edge DS/ML models. Lead technical initiatives, mentor peers, and drive impactful solutions in fraud detection and risk management...
3 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist - Fraud & Risk
$130K - $160K *
Take ownership of advanced data science initiatives in fraud detection. Drive the development of deep learning models and optimize solutions that enhance risk management processes, mentoring peers whi...
3 weeks ago
Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Content Engineering
$233K - $350K *
Lead innovative machine learning projects transforming long-form content into engaging ShortForm assets. Oversee multi-modal model development for video insight, safety analysis, and narrative compreh...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Manager, Data Management
$110K - $130K *
Lead data management initiatives, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to enhance processes and drive efficiencies in cli...
1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist - Hybrid
$125K - $150K *
Transform data into actionable insights through AI-driven analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with technical and business teams to design predictive models that enhance operations and drive fi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Deep Learning Data Scientist II
$110K - $130K *
Champion advanced AI/ML development in computer vision for healthcare, leveraging cutting-edge algorithms to improve clinical solutions. Collaborate with experts to tailor innovative technology for im...
3 weeks ago
Senior Business Data Scientist, Marketing Science, Measurement and Optimization
$163K - $236K *
Champion advanced analytics initiatives to optimize marketing strategies, driving impactful measurement and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and deliver sca...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, CS Data & Analytics
$145K - $232K *
Join a team that's transforming customer success through data analytics. Lead a talented group of analysts to enhance customer experience, drive insights, and shape strategic decisions across multiple...
1 week ago
$160K - $190K *
Empower your career by partnering with the Science Leadership Team to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational effectiveness, and translate scientific vision into impactful outcomes across div...
2 days ago
$88K - $135K *
Solve complex marketing challenges by leveraging data science techniques. Build predictive models, analyze big data, and communicate insights to drive strategic decisions across diverse client applica...
2 days ago
$88K - $121K *
Discover innovative solutions as you tackle complex marketing challenges using data analysis, machine learning, and collaboration to drive business strategy and optimize customer experiences across va...
1 week ago
$76K - $163K *
Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and cutting-edge machine learning solutions, driving measurable business impact for clients in a collaborative...
2 weeks ago
$76K - $163K *
Optimize complex business challenges with advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with teams to develop impactful data-driven solutions and communicate insights effectively to enhance dec...
2 weeks ago
$76K - $163K *
Innovate in analytics by solving complex business challenges through data science. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions using machine learning, statistical modeling, an...
2 weeks ago
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.