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.
Senior Product Manager | Applied AI
$150K - $180K *
Drive the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and enhancing team capabilities. Collaborate across functions to leverage AI effectively, ensuring quality and user impa...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager | Applied AI
$135K - $160K *
Contribute to the vision and strategy of AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and delivery. Leverage AI tools for decision-making and mentor fellow Product Managers to enhance team capabiliti...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager | Applied AI
$135K - $160K *
Champion the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, driving their roadmap and delivery while mentoring peers. Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and product lifecycle management, ensur...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager | Applied AI
$138K - $165K *
Empower innovation in AI-driven product management by owning vision, strategy, and delivery. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and business outcomes through practical AI appl...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager | Applied AI
$150K - $180K *
Manage the vision, strategy, and delivery of AI-powered products, enhancing customer experience and internal processes. Mentor Product Managers while leveraging AI tools to optimize decision-making an...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager | Applied AI
$130K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining product management by integrating AI into innovative solutions. Drive the vision, strategy, and delivery of AI-powered products while collaborating with cross-functional...
1 week ago
Technical Project Manager - GenAI & Data Delivery
$160K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee complex GenAI initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional experts. Drive project delivery, align with business goals, and enhance stakeholder engagement to tran...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex data challenges using advanced machine learning techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that drive business...
2 weeks ago
Staff Data Scientist, Research, Search Health
$207K - $300K *
Champion the future of AI-generated health guidance by developing critical evaluation frameworks and translating complex data insights into impactful business strategies, influencing stakeholders acro...
Reposted 1 week ago
Product Manager, Materials Science AI and Machine Learning
$200K - $275K *
Unlock potential by managing AI and ML product development in materials science, leveraging expertise in chemistry and software to drive innovation across diverse industries and enhance customer engag...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager, Materials Science AI and Machine Learning
$200K - $275K *
Join a dynamic team to develop AI and ML products in materials science, driving innovation across industries. Leverage your expertise in chemistry and machine learning to enhance product offerings and...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager, Materials Science AI and Machine Learning
$200K - $275K *
Lead the charge in developing AI and ML products for materials science, leveraging your expertise to drive innovation across diverse industries while managing a dynamic team and engaging with customer...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
We are seeking a founding AI & Algorithms Engineer to lead the development of innovative spatial models, focusing on the full lifecycle from data preparation to model deployment. The role involves exp...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, ML Health - Insights
$170K - $230K *
Lead and develop a high-performing team of ML scientists and engineers, translating strategic goals into actionable plans while ensuring delivery and team health across health-focused machine learning...
1 week ago
Business and Marketing Data Scientist
$117K - $166K *
Partner with us to analyze complex datasets, develop statistical models, and deliver actionable insights that drive product decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven st...
1 week ago
$90K - $135K *
Lead a dynamic team in delivering complex analytics projects that drive strategic insights for Financial Services clients. Manage project execution, mentor analysts, and ensure high-quality outputs wh...
3 days ago
Sr. Technical Program Manager, Agentic AI
$117K - $193K *
Innovate with us as you lead cutting-edge AI initiatives. Drive cross-functional programs, foster collaboration among teams, and influence senior leaders to deliver impactful results in a hybrid work...
4 weeks ago
$109K - $158K *
Shape the future of people analytics by delivering actionable insights and compelling narratives. Collaborate across teams to enhance HR strategies and drive organizational performance through data-dr...
Today
$107K - $195K *
Empower mission-critical operations by developing AI/ML analytics solutions that enhance decision-making, drive automation, and transform data into actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to inn...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, New Verticals Agentic Foundations
$167K - $246K *
Drive innovation in machine learning by enhancing agent performance and launching new solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize models and deliver impactful products for a growing...
5 days ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, New Verticals Agentic Foundations
$167K - $246K *
Shape the future of agentic experiences by optimizing machine learning models, enhancing agent performance, and driving innovative solutions for Merchants and Dashers. Collaborate with cross-functiona...
5 days ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, New Verticals Agentic Foundations
$167K - $246K *
Transform agentic experiences by optimizing LLM-based agents, enhancing performance through eval-driven loops, and launching innovative solutions for Merchants and Dashers, while collaborating with cr...
5 days ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, New Verticals Agentic Foundations
$167K - $246K *
Join a team that's redefining agent development by enhancing LLM-based agents. Drive improvements in quality, cost, and reliability while launching innovative solutions for Merchants and Dashers, impa...
5 days ago
Business Intelligence Manager - North Am
$102K - $123K *
Innovate and drive data-driven strategies as a Business Intelligence Manager, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance forecasting, reporting, and automation. Leverage insights to influence...
2 days ago
$137K - $185K *
Lead enterprise AI engineering, driving impactful AI applications from concept to governed production. Empower teams with innovative AI solutions while ensuring quality, compliance, and operational ex...
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.