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.
$160K - $240K *
Empower product development by evaluating LLM models, defining strategic roadmaps, and managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring customer enablement and adoption of cutting-edge AI capabilities whi...
3 weeks ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Edge AI
$178K - $319K *
Lead the charge in developing end-to-end AI solutions leveraging large-scale data to enhance our core product offerings. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate and optimize AI applications for rea...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Data Analytics
$90K - $180K *
Drive your career with this leadership role overseeing data strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance business insights and operational excellence through advanced analytics and effective data s...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential by developing scalable credit risk models and ETL pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production systems and ensure compliance in a dynamic environment...
2 days ago
Applied Scientist II, Predictive Targeting
$142K - $193K *
Unlock the potential of marketing optimization by developing advanced models and algorithms that enhance targeting strategies, driving impactful business outcomes through innovative AI solutions and c...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Transform healthcare through innovative AI and ML solutions, leading teams to develop impactful data-driven strategies. Engage with executives to align initiatives with organizational goals, driving o...
3 days ago
$105K - $160K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance customer success, ensuring seamless engagement and operational efficiency throughout the AI lifecycle from concept to improvement...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director - Data, Analytics & AI
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading enterprise data, analytics, and AI initiatives. Drive strategy, governance, and integration while managing a growing team to enhance data capabilities and foster responsibl...
2 weeks ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Elevate healthcare innovation by leading AI and ML solutions development. Drive impactful use cases, manage global teams, and engage with health system leaders to transform complex challenges into act...
3 days ago
Senior Manager, Corporate Analytics & Decision Support
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver strategic insights and decision support, driving operational effectiveness and competitive advantage across the organization...
5 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Transform healthcare with AI and ML solutions, leading teams to develop impactful data-driven insights and operational efficiencies. Drive innovation in clinical decision support and population health...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Inspire innovation in healthcare by leading AI and ML solutions development. As a Senior Manager, you'll drive impactful use cases, engage with executives, and oversee global teams to enhance clinical...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Lead the charge in developing AI and ML solutions for health systems, driving innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex healthcare challenges and deliver...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Innovate solutions in healthcare AI as a Senior Manager, leading teams to develop impactful AI and ML applications. Drive use case development, engage with health system leaders, and ensure operationa...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Join us to lead the development of AI and ML solutions in healthcare, driving impactful use cases across clinical decision support and operational efficiency while managing global teams and engaging w...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Join us to lead the development of AI and ML solutions in healthcare, transforming complex challenges into actionable insights. Drive innovation and operational efficiency while managing global teams...
3 days ago
Applied AI Health Data System Engineer-Senior Manager
$124K - $280K *
Drive the development of AI and ML solutions in healthcare, transforming complex challenges into actionable insights. Lead diverse teams, engage with executives, and ensure operational excellence whil...
3 days ago
Senior Principal Data Scientist
$160K - $297K *
Transform scientific and business challenges into actionable insights, advancing data strategies, governance, and collaboration across global research teams to enhance innovation and patient outcomes...
2 weeks ago
$113K - $197K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and operationalization of advanced analytics and AI solutions to enhance healthcare operations and patient outcomes, while mentoring teams and influencing enterp...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Manager/ Associate Director - Engagement Lead (CPG/Retail)
$135K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by leading client engagements in advanced analytics and AI. Drive strategic solutions, manage stakeholder relationships, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful resu...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate the data infrastructure at Precision AI by architecting robust data pipelines and managing data quality, enabling efficient machine learning model training and business analytics. Shape how da...
3 weeks ago
$145K - $175K *
Innovate with a dynamic team to develop advanced recommendation systems, leveraging machine learning and data science to enhance user personalization in a leading video streaming service...
1 week ago
$72K - $120K *
Lead a multi-disciplinary team in developing machine learning algorithms to enhance clinical decision support, leveraging healthcare datasets for innovation and making vital discoveries that drive pro...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Manager, Forward deployed Decision Scientist
$115K - $151K *
Lead the charge in transforming complex business questions into actionable analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and drive commercial effectiveness...
3 days ago
$132K - $194K *
Champion the development of innovative applications, driving product growth and user engagement. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences and optimize AI capabilities, ensuring enterprise...
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.