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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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$73K - $212K *

Drive innovative AI solutions as a Manager, leading teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes while fostering relationships and enhancing project delivery through technology and continuous improvem...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in leveraging data analytics to enhance educational impact through AI-driven product experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define metrics, evaluate learning efficacy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $217K *

Shape the future of investment management by leading the design and delivery of innovative data products and software solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive business value through strategic...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Champion innovative data science solutions, driving financial resiliency for customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning models and methodologies that enhance custom...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $286K *

Lead a cross-functional team to build machine learning models, translating complex data insights into actionable solutions that enhance customer financial resiliency and support business growth throug...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Bring your expertise to lead a dynamic team in implementing advanced data science solutions that optimize customer outcomes through innovative machine learning techniques and effective cross-functiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Join us to drive customer growth and retention through strategic analytics. Leverage data insights to influence decision-making and optimize business performance across digital markets, collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Lead data-driven insights to enhance customer acquisition, retention, and business performance. Collaborate across teams to develop models and dashboards that support strategic decision-making and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Drive strategic insights and analytics to enhance business performance, focusing on customer behavior, financial modeling, and executive reporting. Collaborate across teams to identify growth opportun...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $195K *

Elevate progress at a leading tech firm by managing a team focused on enhancing personalized search applications through innovative machine learning solutions and quality assessment frameworks...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing complex data using AI models to drive insights and support decision-making across multiple projects. Collaborate with specialists to enhance data integrity an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and maintaining scalable ETL pipelines. Leverage your expertise in Python, PySpark, and SQL to integrate and analyze diverse data sources, ensuring high-quality...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $211K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions that enhance business workflows and drive automation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable insigh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $130K *

Pioneer advanced analytics solutions to drive impactful business decisions, translating complex problems into scalable models. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational workflows and deliver dat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI and ML models to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency, driving innovation in data science to optimize processes and deliver actionable insig...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$207K - $300K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on pioneering data-driven solutions. Leverage your expertise in analytics and machine learning to drive innovation in search quality, impacting...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering actionable data insights that enhance performance and drive strategic decision-making across sports and entertainment venues. Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $110K *

Champion data-driven strategies to enhance performance and decision-making in sports and entertainment venues. Collaborate with clients and leadership to deliver actionable insights that drive operati...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Drive the technical strategy for risk monitoring, leveraging data science and machine learning to develop predictive models, enhance performance, and deliver impactful insights across enterprise envir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by driving the technical roadmap for risk monitoring, crafting advanced predictive models, and leading a talented data science team to optimize performanc...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$164K - $188K *

Transform data management strategies by leading analytics initiatives, mentoring a team, and partnering with executives to standardize enterprise data metrics, driving insights that enhance organizati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$293K - $325K *

Transform experimentation methodologies and drive technical strategy to enhance reliability and usability across teams. Collaborate on statistical rigor, and build scalable solutions to complex challe...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Data Scientist, driving data-informed decisions and insights across teams. Collaborate on AI product development, enhance analytical foundations, and mentor peers to fo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by partnering with clients to transform data into actionable insights. Leverage your analytical expertise to build advanced models and drive business decisions in a collaborative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive optimization at the intersection of machine learning and big data. Leverage your analytical skills and creativity to enhance bidding logic within a high-scale, real-time demand-side platform. Co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.