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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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$101K - $169K *

Transform client relationships by leading engagements, managing projects, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to provide tailored strategies that address financial crime a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $225K *

Contribute to advanced machine learning solutions for dynamic robotics tasks, enhancing Dexterity's technology foundations through innovative approaches in perception and decision-making for real-time...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $118K *

Transform drug discovery by developing cutting-edge machine learning models that analyze complex biomedical datasets. Collaborate with experts to optimize drug candidates and contribute to open scienc...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $277K *

Shape innovative advertising solutions as you leverage data insights and experimentation. Collaborate cross-functionally to maximize product performance and drive business growth in a dynamic environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance pricing strategies and advance predictive analytics within our Property & Casualty portfolio. Lead initiatives in modeling, business performance, and innovative analytic...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$265K - $306K *

Pioneer data-driven solutions in a thriving fintech environment. Join our collaborative data science team to drive product innovation and shape strategic decisions that enhance customer experience and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $165K *

Drive the development of scalable data pipelines on GCP, leading a high-performing team to ensure data quality and governance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful analytics and A...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in scaling Trade Surveillance products by leveraging your trading expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve detection capabilities and deliver client-focused soluti...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $333K *

Transform complex, multi-disciplinary projects by leading cross-functional teams to drive AI and Infrastructure initiatives. Utilize technical expertise to manage risks, schedules, and stakeholder com...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $251K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by leading innovative engineering projects across diverse client environments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to build scalable, high-impact models and drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Innovate by designing and building production integrations, automating marketing workflows with AI agents and enterprise APIs, while ensuring reliability and efficiency in a client-facing embedded rol...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $142K *

Transform business insights into impactful data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage projects from concept to execution, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business ne...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$89K - $93K *

Join our team to develop predictive models that enhance fundraising efforts and improve engagement strategies. This hands-on role combines data analysis with stakeholder communication, transforming co...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$147K - $210K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming data into actionable insights, driving strategic decision-making across diverse product areas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user expe...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $116K *

Drive innovative AI/ML solutions by leading technical execution across diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to transform complex problems into actionable models, ensuring deployment readiness and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by owning and scaling the AI training and data infrastructure for cutting-edge autonomy systems. Collaborate across disciplines to drive real-time model deployment and enhance mult...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of AI in contested environments by owning and scaling the training and data infrastructure for multi-sensor models, enabling rapid iteration and real-time deployment on embedded h...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $200K *

Optimize global accounting operations by leading SAP S/4HANA implementation, ensuring best practices and automation solutions. Drive continuous improvement and data integration on the Databricks platf...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $200K *

Join a dynamic finance team to lead SAP S/4HANA implementation, optimize accounting processes, and drive automation solutions. Shape the future of accounting technology while ensuring best practices a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of database technology as you lead teams in enhancing OLTP capabilities. Drive innovation across engineering and foster growth while ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced, m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Grow your career with a principal-level data scientist role, owning the end-to-end data function. Drive measurement strategies, experimentation, and analytics to enhance product impact and customer su...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $237K *

Elevate the future of data solutions by leading a dynamic team of Solutions Architects, driving the adoption of innovative technologies for top tech companies while fostering team growth and collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $184K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of network modernization by integrating systems and workflows. Collaborate with decision-makers to enhance operational efficiency through data-driven insights and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K *

Champion technical leadership in Data & Analytics support, ensuring seamless operations and incident management across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and optimize produc...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K *

Champion the technical leadership for Data & Analytics platforms, ensuring seamless production support, incident management, and collaboration across teams to enhance service delivery and operational...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.