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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Machine Learning Engineer 5 (Senior Manager, IC)
$209K - $238K *
Transform business challenges into opportunities by driving AI solutions, collaborating across diverse teams, and applying advanced machine learning techniques to deliver impactful results in a dynami...
3 weeks ago
Machine Learning Engineer 5 (Senior Manager, IC)
$209K - $238K *
Transform AI solutions through innovative machine learning engineering to tackle real-world challenges. Collaborate in a dynamic, cross-functional team to enhance and deploy advanced models, optimizin...
4 weeks ago
Machine Learning Engineer 5 (Senior Manager, IC)
$229K - $262K *
Drive the development of AI-powered solutions for Risk management by collaborating cross-functionally to design and deploy scalable machine learning models that enhance customer value through advanced...
4 weeks ago
Director of Data and Analytics
$135K - $160K *
Elevate your career by leading the data and analytics strategy to empower decision-making. Oversee the integration of enterprise applications while developing a talented analytics team focused on deli...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $135K *
Grow and innovate within a dynamic team, leveraging data science and AI to transform digital media strategies and insights, while collaborating closely with various stakeholders to enhance decision-ma...
2 weeks ago
$167K - $251K *
Lead our Data Analytics team to revolutionize decision-making through data and AI. Engage with stakeholders to architect and implement innovative solutions, driving performance improvements and best p...
Reposted 5 days ago
Senior Data Scientist, GeminiApp, DeepMind
$232K - $252K *
Transform your career by driving data insights and innovative strategies with cross-functional teams, harnessing immense datasets to influence product direction and enhance user experience on a global...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Scientist Skill Level 2 - VV-1555
$122K - $144K *
Grow your career with a mission-driven role leveraging AI/ML to transform large-scale telecommunications datasets into actionable intelligence, while developing innovative analytical prototypes and sc...
3 weeks ago
Data Scientist Skill Level 2 - VV-1555
$122K - $144K *
Unlock potential by merging data science and advanced intelligence techniques. In this key role, you will harness AI/ML, manage large datasets, and create impactful data-driven insights to enhance ope...
3 weeks ago
Data Scientist II, Rapid & Rural Logistics (R2L) Analytics
$136K - $184K *
Shape your career as a Data Scientist, tackling complex business challenges and driving innovative solutions in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing customer experience and efficiency with...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$162K - $238K *
Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...
2 weeks ago
Senior Program Manager - Data Operations
$120K - $145K *
Transform data center projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring successful deployments. Drive customer success post-launch while capturing insights to enhance future...
1 week ago
Director Data Science & Analytics Product Development International Markets
$150K - $225K *
Lead the charge in advancing data science solutions, managing diverse teams, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product delivery and ensure continuous improve...
Reposted 1 week ago
$78K - $250K *
Inspire the development of advanced analytics by leading the design and implementation of machine learning and statistical algorithms, optimizing data-driven solutions for complex datasets, and foster...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in transforming our data landscape by owning the dbt layer and warehouse. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure metric consistency while building and managing a new Data su...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the transformation layer and warehouse, ensuring metric consistency across teams. Manage a new Data sub-team while driving cost efficiency and implementing robust data practices. Collaborate with...
1 week ago
$130K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading the data transformation layer, ensuring metric consistency across teams while building a new Data sub-team. Drive strategy, manage costs, and maintain hands-on involvement...
1 week ago
Technical Program Manager, Data and Analytics
$138K - $197K *
Shape your career by leading multi-disciplinary technical projects that drive innovation in the energy industry. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop advanced analytical tools and solutions, while...
2 weeks ago
$109K - $182K *
Unlock data-driven insights to enhance product experiences with AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, build scalable solutions, and communicate complex ideas effectively to shape innovative cus...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Data Scientist Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$185K - $200K *
Shape the future of data science in national security by leading advanced machine learning projects, collaborating with government stakeholders, and delivering actionable insights from complex dataset...
1 week ago
Senior Software Development Manager, Verily Intelligence
$175K - $197K *
Elevate AI development by leading a high-performing team to build robust infrastructure for model serving and evaluation, ensuring reliable, self-service capabilities that drive innovation and efficie...
2 weeks ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$187K - $252K *
Unlock innovative potential by developing personalized recommendation algorithms, improving user experiences, and driving the vision for machine learning systems within a collaborative engineering env...
Reposted 3 days ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$187K - $252K *
Join us to drive innovation in personalization algorithms for major streaming platforms. Collaborate in developing and productionizing cutting-edge AI techniques to optimize user recommendations, enha...
Reposted 3 days ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$187K - $252K *
Champion innovation in personalization by developing and productionizing cutting-edge machine learning algorithms that enhance user recommendations and drive exceptional content delivery for streaming...
Reposted 3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful data solutions by analyzing complex datasets, developing machine learning models, and creating executive dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into acti...
Reposted 4 days 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.