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.
$95K - $115K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive business growth through innovative solutions and effective communi...
4 days ago
Principal Delivery Consultant- GenAI/ML & Data Science, Professional Services, AWS Industries
$182K - $247K *
Unlock potential by designing and delivering scalable AWS solutions. Engage with clients to assess needs, manage projects, and implement best practices, ensuring their success throughout their cloud j...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$130K - $170K *
Lead the charge in scaling an outbound SDR team. Drive performance and career growth while maintaining high standards for activity and quality. Utilize modern tools to refine processes and ensure succ...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager / Senior Manager, AI Model Risk Oversight & Challenge
$113K - $163K *
Engineer the future of AI by providing second-line oversight and challenge for AI model risk management. Utilize your expertise to assess risks, influence stakeholders, and enhance governance practice...
Reposted 3 days ago
Manager / Senior Manager, AI Model Risk Oversight & Challenge
$113K - $163K *
Advance the safe adoption of AI by overseeing risk management practices, validating model effectiveness, and challenging stakeholders to mitigate emerging risks across high-stakes initiatives, ensurin...
Reposted 3 days ago
Manager / Senior Manager, AI Model Risk Oversight & Challenge
$113K - $163K *
Transform AI risk management practices by providing expert oversight and challenge, evaluating high-risk AI initiatives critically, and delivering actionable insights for governance. Shape the future...
Reposted 3 days ago
Data Product Manager, Marketing Technology
$116K - $192K *
Transform marketing technology by leading data product initiatives, enhancing lead management, and optimizing integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive scalable solutions that imp...
6 days ago
Senior Staff Data Scientist, Consumer Relevance
$232K - $325K *
Empower innovation by serving as a leading expert in relevance evaluation. Collaborate to enhance ranking and recommendation systems, driving product strategy through rigorous analysis and shaping the...
Reposted 6 days ago
Lead Product Manager, Real Time, Personalization, and AI
$110K - $130K *
Transform the product landscape by leading AI-driven innovations and features, collaborating across teams to deliver exceptional solutions that meet customer needs while mentoring junior talent and en...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Machine Learning Scientist - GenAI, KIT
$142K - $193K *
Redefine the future of AI by leading innovation in advanced machine learning systems. Drive projects from concept to production while collaborating with top-tier talent across various disciplines in a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform biomedical research by developing algorithms and software solutions. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance data management and analysis for clinical trials and research projects, drivin...
4 days ago
Staff Data Scientist, AI for Business Functions
$120K - $145K *
Transform business challenges into scalable, data-driven solutions by partnering across teams. Utilize advanced analytics, machine learning, and data visualization to drive insights and optimize opera...
Reposted 5 days ago
Staff Data Scientist, AI for Business Functions
$120K - $145K *
Drive data-driven solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform business challenges into scalable AI, ML, and data science strategies, enhancing decision-making and optimizing op...
Reposted 5 days ago
Technical Program Manager III, Machine Learning, Pixel Software
$163K - $236K *
Shape the future of AI/ML software development by managing cross-functional projects, ensuring quality, and driving product launches for mobile devices. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative so...
1 week ago
$161K - $266K *
Join us in transforming data into actionable insights! As a Staff Data Scientist, you'll lead innovative projects, develop advanced models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our a...
Today
$161K - $266K *
Drive innovation in data science by developing advanced models that solve critical business challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics capabilities and mentor emerging ta...
Today
Principal Data Scientist - AI Foundations, Specialist Models
$176K - $201K *
Unlock potential by driving innovation in machine learning, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform data into actionable insights, and shaping next-generation experiences for users in d...
4 weeks ago
Principal Data Scientist - AI Foundations, Specialist Models
$176K - $201K *
Join a dynamic team to innovate and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions, leveraging advanced machine learning and analytics to transform enterprise data experiences and drive productivity across a broad...
4 weeks ago
Principal Data Scientist - AI Foundations, Specialist Models
$161K - $184K *
Lead innovative machine learning projects with a cross-functional team to enhance data insights and user experiences, driving business growth through analytics and state-of-the-art technologies. Colla...
4 weeks ago
$161K - $266K *
Launch innovative data science solutions to enhance business intelligence. As a key contributor, you'll develop complex models, mentor talent, and collaborate across teams to drive analytics strategie...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Advance customer success as a key Engagement Manager, leading cross-functional teams to deliver AI/ML solutions. Drive relationship management, project execution, and strategic growth to ensure except...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate customer success by managing relationships and delivering AI/ML solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to exceed objectives, ensuring exceptional experiences while identifying growth opportuni...
1 week ago
Data Scientist, Data valorization
$95K - $115K *
Empower business decisions by leveraging advanced analytics and AI. Lead model development projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and solve complex problems using data insights to drive strategic in...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Data Scientist, Data valorization
$95K - $115K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading complex analytics projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop predictive models and optimize business strategies, ensuring data-driven decisio...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Data Scientist, Data valorization
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as you leverage advanced analytics and AI to drive strategic business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop predictive models and solutions that address complex opera...
Reposted 2 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.