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.
Explore Data Science Manager openings on Ladders and compare roles by industry, responsibilities, and work arrangement. Create a profile, set up job alerts, and focus your search on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
$179K - $277K *
Optimize product insights by leveraging data expertise to drive impactful decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ad performance through robust quantitative analyses and innovati...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior AI / Data Engineer: Data Platforms, Machine Learning & Applied AI
$130K - $175K *
Champion the creation of cutting-edge data platforms and AI solutions while collaborating with clients in a dynamic environment. Lead technical initiatives and mentor teams to transform data into acti...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower national security initiatives by leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze big data, develop predictive algorithms, and deliver action...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering advanced data science capabilities to enhance national security. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze data, disseminate findings, and contribute to action...
1 week ago
$160K - $200K *
Elevate your career by leading the vision and strategy for Decision Science, transforming complex challenges into scalable AI solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency acro...
1 week ago
Data Scientist Skill Level 4 - VV-1567
$187K - $221K *
Empower critical defense missions by leading data analysis and AI integration. Drive innovation in the analytic lifecycle, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights while bridging technic...
4 days ago
Senior Data Scientist, Systems Performance
$149K - $198K *
Join a team that's redefining performance evaluation for autonomous systems. Lead initiatives to enhance testing methodologies, ensuring rigorous, data-driven insights that support safe and efficient...
1 week ago
$125K - $180K *
Drive financial planning and analysis for headcount and operating expenses, partnering with leaders to enhance investment decisions and cost visibility. Implement planning tools and manage procurement...
1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist, Systems Performance
$149K - $198K *
Elevate your career by leading data-driven evaluation methodologies for autonomous systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance metrics align with safety standards, driving i...
1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist, Systems Performance
$149K - $198K *
Join a team that's redefining performance evaluation for autonomous systems. Lead initiatives to enhance testing methodologies, ensuring rigorous, data-driven insights that support safe and efficient...
1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist, Systems Performance
$149K - $198K *
Shape the future of autonomous systems by leading data-driven evaluation methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance metrics align with safety standards, driving insig...
1 week ago
Program Manager I, Big Data and Analytics, Search
$108K - $153K *
Take ownership of complex projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions that enhance user experiences globally while integrating cutting-edge AI tools and analytics...
3 weeks ago
Data Scientist (Palantir Foundry)
$120K - $145K *
Unlock the potential of data as a senior data scientist, transforming U.S. Army enterprise data into impactful analytical products and workflows, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to dri...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Data Science - Capital One Personal Loan
$250K - $286K *
Lead the charge in developing advanced machine learning models to optimize personal loan acquisition, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights and enhance customer exper...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Data Science - Capital One Personal Loan
$209K - $238K *
Drive innovation in data science by leading a team to develop machine learning models that enhance customer access to personal loans, utilizing advanced technologies to analyze vast datasets and deliv...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Data Science - Capital One Personal Loan
$209K - $238K *
Lead the charge in developing machine learning models to optimize personal loan acquisition, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights and solutions that enhance customer...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Data Science - Capital One Personal Loan
$229K - $262K *
Join a dynamic team to build machine learning models that enhance customer access to personal loans, leveraging advanced technologies and data insights to drive impactful business decisions and optimi...
1 week ago
Founding Data Scientist / Machine Learning Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining product intelligence, delivering advanced ML solutions to enhance user engagement, optimize business growth, and facilitate swift decision-making across a wide range of i...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Research Scientist Manager, AI for Wearables and Health
$160K - $190K *
Transform health technology by leading research teams in AI for wearables. Shape strategies, drive innovation, and collaborate across functions to enhance health outcomes through cutting-edge machine...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $210K *
Empower the full accounting cycle in a dynamic AI hardware firm. As the first dedicated accountant, you'll enhance processes across AP, payroll, reconciliations, and audit, ensuring transparency and c...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist, Algorithms, Lyft Biz
$148K - $185K *
Lead the charge in leveraging data science to enhance enterprise solutions. Shape algorithmic strategies and collaborate with teams to drive product innovation and operational excellence across Lyft B...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Research Data Management and Acquisition
$95K - $115K *
Pioneer the future of research data acquisition and management. As a key leader in this vital role, oversee data resource strategies, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration among faculty, researc...
1 month ago
Senior Machine Learning Scientist, Creative Generation & Personalization
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovation by applying advanced research to develop cutting-edge methodologies in advertising optimization, focusing on deep learning and statistical techniques to enhance performance across div...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Data Scientist Skill Level 3 - VV-1515
$156K - $184K *
Elevate your career by leading the development of advanced NLP models for critical defense missions. Drive innovation in agentic AI frameworks, ensuring high-quality data extraction and compliance acr...
4 days ago
Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager, Core AI (Mountain View, CA | New York, NY)
$171K - $280K *
Empower the future of AI by leading cross-functional programs that enhance machine learning applications. Drive impactful initiatives and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions...
3 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.