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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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$80K - $120K *

Empower investigative initiatives through advanced fraud analytics, transforming diverse datasets into actionable intelligence. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Explore advanced fraud analytics to enhance federal oversight initiatives. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to transform complex data into actionable insights, utilizing statistical methods a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $214K *

Join us to lead the design and oversight of complex models driving customer lifetime value. Collaborate with engineers and business teams to enhance decision-making across marketing, finance, and prod...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $180K *

Shape product success by leveraging data insights, driving experimental methodologies, and collaborating across teams to influence decision-making in a fast-paced, innovative environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive analytics to enhance omnichannel media strategies, ensuring impactful measurement solutions that deliver data-driven insights and optimize campaign performance, while collaborating with diverse...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pipeline inspection by enhancing models for detection, classification, and regression. Collaborate across teams to drive innovative solutions and uphold quality, impacting the indu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by delivering data-driven insights that optimize margin performance. Collaborate with teams to analyze and improve pricing strategies, utilizing advanced analytics and machine learnin...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $214K *

Lead the charge in advancing machine learning solutions, driving impactful data science projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams and deploying scalable models to enhance business decision...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $189K *

Transform financial decision-making by leading a dynamic team of analysts in payments data science. Drive analytics strategies to enable cost savings and revenue growth, leveraging predictive analytic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$112K - $179K *

Lead cutting-edge data science projects within a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build ML models and actionable insights for clients in the life sciences, helping dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $180K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by leading analytics strategies that transform complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and governance, driving continu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll analyze customer data to drive business success, enhance operational efficiency, and communicate insights with stakeholders through effective visualizations and dashbo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Advance mission-level Command & Control capabilities by optimizing UCI schema for secure, interoperable data flow, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance functionality, and ensuring compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the advancement of Command & Control (C2) capabilities by integrating UCI schema into secure data exchanges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data interoperability and ensure co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing mission-level C2 capabilities by ensuring seamless integration and secure design of UCI schema for advanced data exchanges and operational excellence in the Air Forc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $212K *

Transform data into actionable insights by designing scalable models and automating decision-making processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze trends and validate outcomes, leveraging advance...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation in cyber defense by developing advanced machine-learning analytics. Collaborate with analysts to transform operational challenges into actionable insights, enhancing security measu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare analytics by developing advanced data systems. Lead a dynamic group of data scientists to drive machine learning initiatives, optimize data workflow...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing and deploying advanced models. Collaborate across teams to enhance analytics solutions, optimize performance, and communicate findings effectively...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$169K - $254K *

Lead the charge in developing AI agents for HR and Finance, mentoring a high-performing team to deliver scalable, secure solutions that enhance customer experiences and integrate seamlessly within the...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the development of scalable data systems that enhance clinical, research, and operational initiatives. Lead a team of data scientists in implementing cutting-edge analytics solutions, ensuring d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$184K - $222K *

Elevate your career by owning the analytical engine that drives our core product. Collaborate with engineers and strategists to transform customer data into actionable insights, while building tools t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to enhance organizational systems. This role involves advanced data analysis, visualization, and reporting that supports higher command levels in implement...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $236K *

Champion advanced analytics and AI solutions to enhance underwriting decisions. Lead complex data science projects, mentor teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful, scalable solut...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $236K *

Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives that enhance underwriting decisions and drive automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced analytics solut...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.