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.
Security Technical Program Manager
$140K - $170K *
Lead impactful security initiatives by managing complex programs across cloud infrastructure and compliance, ensuring clear execution and alignment with strategic goals while fostering cross-functiona...
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
Unlock the potential of data as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, collaborating with clients to enhance their teams or build innovative solutions. Drive impactful projects using traditional ML techn...
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Senior Manager, Database Platform
$242K - $275K *
Lead and elevate the Database Platform team, driving data architecture, reliability, and team culture for scalable data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and operation...
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Sr. Product Manager, Data Governance
$156K - $215K *
Pioneer product governance and security capabilities for data solutions. Collaborate with enterprise clients to define long-term strategies, product roadmaps, and ensure seamless implementation, enhan...
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Staff Data Scientist, Trust and Safety
$164K - $339K *
Elevate our Trust and Safety initiatives by leveraging data science to proactively manage risks and enhance product quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive insights that shape user experience...
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Staff Data Scientist, Trust and Safety
$164K - $339K *
Join us to leverage your data science expertise in Trust and Safety, driving innovative solutions that enhance product quality and user experience. Collaborate cross-functionally to tackle complex cha...
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Senior Machine Learning Scientist, AI for Biology & Translation (AIBT)
$147K - $274K *
Drive the development of cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance biomedical discovery, leading high-impact projects while collaborating with diverse scientific teams to propel advancements in machine...
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Program Manager, Product Data Operations
$120K - $145K *
Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...
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Program Manager, Product Data Operations
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's driving AI innovation by managing data operations programs that enhance model training and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data delivery for...
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Staff Machine Learning Engineer
$208K - $225K *
Drive innovation in machine learning by leading the architecture of ranking and recommendation systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model performance and mentor engineers, ensur...
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Staff Machine Learning Engineer
$208K - $216K *
Own the architecture of advanced ranking and recommendation systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance model performance and operational standards while mentoring engineers and driv...
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Sr. Manager of Strategic Sales Analytics
$100K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead strategic sales analytics, driving pricing strategies, demand forecasting, and performance reporting to empower sales leadership with clear actionable insights and reco...
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Delivery Practice Manager - AI/ML, Data & AI (ProServe)
$169K - $228K *
Elevate your career by managing a high-performing team to deliver innovative IT solutions, driving customer success through strategic consulting and project management while optimizing team performanc...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to shape the future of data engineering and analytics. Leverage your expertise to design, manage, and modernize enterprise data platforms using Microsoft tools, driving impactful d...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Lead the charge in designing and managing scalable enterprise data platforms using Azure and Microsoft Fabric, combining technical expertise with strong data governance and stakeholder leadership to a...
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
$145K - $209K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of machine learning and software engineering, driving innovative solutions for ticketing optimization, personalization, and fraud detection. Collaborate across...
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
$145K - $209K *
Grow innovative software solutions in an agile environment, empowering users through seamless ticketing experiences while leveraging cutting-edge technologies and fostering teamwork across disciplines...
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Manager, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Merchandising
$155K - $172K *
Unlock your potential as you provide strategic insights and analytics to enhance store planning and merchandising initiatives, driving impactful decisions that shape retail performance and optimize bu...
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Client Manager - Insights & Analytics
$83K - $100K *
Elevate your career by transforming data into compelling narratives that drive strategic decisions in CPG and retail. Collaborate with diverse teams to create impactful presentations and contribute to...
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Manager, Technical Program Management
$144K - $237K *
Transform your career by leading and developing a Technical Program Management team, driving impactful infrastructure initiatives while collaborating with senior leaders in a dynamic, cross-functional...
2 weeks ago
Blue Yonder Platform Data Analyst
$95K - $115K *
Transform transport platform data into robust technical models. This mid-to-senior role collaborates with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate data representation for analytics, while maintaining globa...
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Sr Manufacturing AI/Data Science Engineer
$112K - $190K *
Transform the future of manufacturing data by leveraging advanced analytics and AI. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational metrics, drive predictive solutions, and support critical investigat...
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Manager, Supercomputer Site Reliability Engineering - Memphis
$130K - $155K *
Unlock operational excellence by leading a dynamic SRE team to enhance compute and infrastructure performance, ensuring high availability and reliability across multi-campus GPU environments while dri...
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Manager, Supercomputer Site Reliability Engineering - Memphis
$130K - $155K *
Transform your career by leading a dynamic team focused on supercomputer site reliability. Drive operational excellence and enhance infrastructure performance in a fast-paced, multi-campus environment...
2 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Elevate the future of AI/ML engineering by developing cutting-edge knowledge retrieval and NLP technologies. Collaborate with leaders to enhance user experience and drive innovation while owning proje...
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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.